PWHL Draft takes place in Detroit as teams select top female prospects

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 4:01 PM

Last updated Jun 14, 2026

PWHL Draft takes place in Detroit as teams select top female prospects
Summary

The Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL) Draft is scheduled for June 14 at the Fox Theatre in Detroit. The event will feature six rounds where all 12 PWHL teams will choose from a pool of 235 eligible players. Top prospect Caroline Harvey, MVP of the recent women’s gold-medal team, is expected to be selected first overall by the Vancouver Goldeneyes. Detroit's expansion franchise will make key selections under general manager Manon Rheaume, with local player Kirsten Simms among 12 Michigan-connected prospects anticipated to be drafted. A Draft Fan Zone will offer interactive experiences to attendees before the event.

Source Links
By the Numbers
  • PWHL Draft set for June 14 at Fox Theatre, Detroit.
  • Top prospect Caroline Harvey poised for first overall pick.
  • Twelve teams selecting from 235 eligible players.
  • Detroit's team is led by GM Manon Rheaume.
  • Local player Kirsten Simms among 12 Michigan prospects.
Latest Updates
  • 4:01 PMYahoo SportsPWHL Draft in Detroit: Everything you need to know
What they're saying
"

Hockeytown is about to get a close-up look at the future of women's hockey.

Related Teams & Leagues

Sources

External links

Original reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.

Related Stories

Last 14 days