Nina Jobst-Smith joins PWHL Detroit, Goldeneyes lose first contract player
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 12:04 AM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
Nina Jobst-Smith has signed a one-year Standard Player Agreement with PWHL Detroit, marking the departure of the Vancouver Goldeneyes' first contract player in the league's expansion process. Previously, she was the second defender to leave the team following Sydney Bard's exit. Jobst-Smith scored her first Olympic goal at the 2026 Winter Olympics and finished with two goals and one assist. In her rookie season, she recorded three points in 20 games, primarily playing as a third-pairing defenseman. Detroit has one spot left to fill before completing its roster.
- •Nina Jobst-Smith signs with PWHL Detroit on a one-year agreement.
- •Goldeneyes have lost two defenders during the expansion process.
- •Jobst-Smith recorded three points in her rookie season with Vancouver.
- •She excelled at the 2026 Winter Olympics, averaging over 26 minutes per game.
- •Detroit has one remaining roster spot before completing their team.
- 12:04 AMYahoo Sports — Goldeneyes Lose First Contract Player As Nina Jobst-Smith Signs One-Year Agreement With PWHL Detroit
"The Goldeneyes have lost their second defender of the PWHL expansion process as Nina Jobst-Smith has signed a one-year SPA with PWHL Detroit.
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