The PWHL is now a 12 team league, and it now stands to reason the league could look to implement conferences or divisions to better balance travel and competition.

In the league's first three seasons, the PWHL operated as a six team league for the first two campaigns, and expanded to an eight team league in 2025-26. Now, with 12 teams entering 2026-27, two six team conferences or divisions could be used to help balance competition, scheduling, travel, and to hone in on regional rivalries. 

The league has always operated in unique manners in professional sport, but conferences or divisions are undoubtedly on the docket, whether it's this season, or in the near future. Adding teams in San Jose, Las Vegas, Detroit, and Hamilton this season, the league is currently evaluating all options, but isn't ready to announce a decision yet.

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