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Hilary Knight signs two-year extension with PWHL Detroit through 2029

ESPN NHL • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 6:00 PM

Last updated Jun 25, 2026

Hilary Knight signs two-year extension with PWHL Detroit through 2029

Summary

Hilary Knight has signed a two-year contract extension with PWHL Detroit, ensuring her presence with the team until the end of the 2028-29 season. Knight, a key player in women's hockey, joined the team after being traded from the PWHL expansion franchise in Seattle. She expressed her commitment to contributing to the team's growth and aims to bring a championship to Detroit. The league, expanding to 12 teams this season, has seen increasing popularity, and Knight is enthusiastic about the opportunities for women's hockey.

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•Knight's contract extension with PWHL Detroit was announced on June 25, 2026.
•She previously played for the expansion franchises in Boston and Seattle.
•Knight aims to contribute to PWHL Detroit’s championship aspirations.
•The league expands to 12 teams for the upcoming 2026-27 season.
•Knight received at least $100,000 for the 2026-27 season as part of her deal.

Latest Updates

10:33 PMESPN NHL — Olympian Knight extends deal with PWHL Detroit
6:00 PMYahoo Sports — PWHL star Hilary Knight puts down roots in Detroit, signs extension

What they're saying

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Five-time Olympian Hilary Knight signed a two-year contract extension with her new PWHL expansion team in Detroit on Thursday in a deal securing her through the 2028-29 season.
— ESPN NHL