PWHL Detroit signs five players as roster assembly continues
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 1:20 AM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
PWHL Detroit completed Phase 2 of its expansion draft by signing five players on June 8. Among the new additions is Jesse Compher, who previously played three seasons with the Toronto Sceptres. The roster also includes Britta Curl-Salemme, Cayla Barnes, Hannah Bilka, and Daryl Watts, with the latter signing a four-year deal, the longest in league history. As the league prepares for its annual entry draft on June 17, further roster updates are anticipated, given that four new teams are being added this season alongside Detroit.
- •Jesse Compher signs a three-year deal with Detroit.
- •Daryl Watts signs the longest contract in PWHL history.
- •Britta Curl-Salemme joins after two seasons with Minnesota Frost.
- •Cayla Barnes and Hannah Bilka previously played for Seattle Torrent.
- •League's entry draft is scheduled for June 17.
- 10:19 PMYahoo Sports — PWHL Detroit roster updates: Newest hockey players on expansion squad
"Detroit's new team in the Professional Women's Hockey League wrapped up Phase 2 of the expansion process on Monday, June 8 by signing Jesse Compher.
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