PWHL and NHL see social media surge following recent drafts
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 2:16 AM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
Following the 2026 NHL and PWHL Drafts, both leagues have experienced increased social media engagement. The NHL Draft featured Gavin McKenna as the first pick, while Caroline Harvey was selected first in the PWHL Draft. Particularly on Reddit, the PWHL has seen significant growth with over 2,000 comments during the live draft event and a substantial spike in overall engagement, reaching 10.7 million discussions in May. The league recently expanded to new markets, including cities like Detroit and Las Vegas, further fueling interest. As the 2026-27 season approaches, the PWHL is poised for continued audience growth and community involvement.
- •PWHL Draft brought over 2,000 comments on Reddit.
- •NHL Draft featured Gavin McKenna as the No. 1 selection.
- •PWHL expanded to include 12 teams with recent city additions.
- •Engagement on Reddit surged to 10.7 million discussions in May.
- •Recent seasons set multiple attendance records for women's hockey.
- 2:16 AMYahoo Sports — NHL, PWHL showing increased social media presence following drafts
"The NHL and PWHL have seen widespread growth in conversation across various social media platforms following recent events, with the PWHL seeing rapid growth on Reddit in particular.
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