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New York Sirens draft Emma Peschel, forgo goaltender in PWHL draft

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 1:44 AM

Last updated Jun 19, 2026

New York Sirens draft Emma Peschel, forgo goaltender in PWHL draft
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The New York Sirens made six selections in the 2026 PWHL Entry Draft held in Detroit, highlighted by Ohio State defender Emma Peschel, picked seventh overall. General manager Pascal Daoust chose to forego drafting a goaltender, despite a noted need for one. Peschel, a co-captain at Ohio State, aims to make an immediate impact, while Finnish forward Elisa Holopainen adds to their scoring potential. The Sirens also selected forwards Carina DiAntonio, Katelyn Roberts, and Naomi Boucher, and defender Grace Wolfe. Roberts becomes the first Black woman drafted by the team.

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  • •Emma Peschel selected seventh overall from Ohio State.
  • •New York drafted four forwards and two defenders.
  • •Eight goaltenders were drafted, a PWHL record.
  • •Katelyn Roberts is the first Black woman drafted by the Sirens.
  • •The Sirens are looking at free agency to fill their goalie slot.
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  • 1:44 AMYahoo Sports — Sirens draft Ohio State defender Emma Peschel, pass on goalies: Takeaways
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The New York Sirens selected six players in the 2026 PWHL Entry Draft on Wednesday night in Detroit. General manager […]

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