Detroit will have its long-awaited women’s hockey team, PWHL announces

The Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) announced an expansion to Detroit for the 2026-27 season, adding a ninth franchise at a time of record growth.

Hockeytown is getting a women’s team.

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The Professional Women’s Hockey League on Wednesday announced an expansion to Detroit next season, adding a ninth franchise at a time of record growth.

The team will be known as PWHL Detroit until its name and logo are revealed, and will play at Little Caesars Arena. Its primary colors are black and silver, complemented by white and red — a nod to the NHL's Red Wings.