Exciting News: Detroit Welcomes New PWHL Team to Hockeytown!

Ilitch Sports + Entertainment and the Professional Women's Hockey League are set to announce the arrival of a new PWHL team in Detroit. The announcement is scheduled for 10 a.m. and is highly anticipated. Detroit has been rumored to be a top contender for one of the four expansion teams in the league. The city's strong interest in women's hockey was evident during the successful Takeover Tour games held at Little Caesars Arena earlier this year. The games drew record-breaking attendance and national television coverage, showcasing the enthusiasm of fans in bringing women's hockey to Hockeytown.

Detroit made history in 2025 by setting a U.S. attendance record for a professional women's hockey game. The city has been a supportive host for PWHL games, with nearly 54,000 fans attending games at Little Caesars Arena over the past three years. The league, which currently has eight teams, expanded to the West Coast last season with the addition of teams in Seattle and Vancouver. The PWHL season typically consists of 30 regular-season games followed by the Walter Cup Playoffs, featuring two playoff rounds – the semifinals and the finals.

As the PWHL continues to grow and expand its reach, the addition of a team in Detroit further solidifies the league's presence in key hockey markets across North America. Stay tuned for the official announcement to learn more about Detroit's newest PWHL team and the exciting opportunities it will bring to women's hockey fans in the region.