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PWHL Detroit selects six players in inaugural 2026 draft

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 12:49 AM

Last updated Jun 22, 2026

PWHL Detroit selects six players in inaugural 2026 draft
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PWHL Detroit made its first foray into player selection during the 2026 PWHL Entry Draft, securing six new players. The team drafted one goaltender, one defender, and four forwards, emphasizing leadership and grit. Andrea Brändli, selected 15th overall, earned notable accolades in the 2025-26 season. Other picks include defender Casey Borgiel, who brings strong defensive skills, and forward MK O’Brien, a former captain known for her two-way game. Detroit also added forwards Kyla Josifovic and Sena Catterall, highlighting their scoring potential and defensive awareness, respectively. The team aims to build a competitive roster ahead of their inaugural season.

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  • •Detroit's first draft included six players, enhancing team depth.
  • •Andrea Brändli, 15th overall, was a standout goalie in 2025-26.
  • •Casey Borgiel adds strong defensive skills as a second-round pick.
  • •MK O’Brien, captain at Minnesota-Duluth, selected 34th overall.
  • •Josifovic and Catterall bring scoring and grit to the forward lineup.
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  • 12:49 AMYahoo Sports — PWHL Detroit 2026 Draft Picks Bring Leadership and Grit to the Table
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In their first-ever draft, PWHL Detroit loaded up on leadership and grit.

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