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PWHL Draft: Profiles, Rankings, And Analysis

Mar 31, 2026

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Mar 31, 2026

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All of The Hockey News' 2026 PWHL Draft profiles, rankings, prospect stories, and analysis in one place.

The 2026 PWHL Draft is loaded with talent. It's a group including national team members from both sides of the Atlantic including USA's Caroline Harvey, Abbey Murphy, Laila Edwards, Tessa Janecke, and Kirsten Simms, Switzerland's Andrea Brandli, and Finland's Petra Nieminen and Viivi Vainikka, among others.

The Hockey News provides in depth prospect coverage, profiles, draft rankings, and draft class analysis. As we continue to publish new 2026 PWHL Draft features, we'll update this page to include all your 2026 PWHL Draft information in one place.

2026 PWHL Draft Rankings

April Top 100

The PWHL Draft declaration period remains open as players plan the next steps in their careers. Here's a look at our 2026 PWHL Draft rankings for April.

thehockeynews.com2026 PWHL Draft Rankings: April Top 100The PWHL Draft declaration period remains open as players plan the next steps in their careers. Here's a look at our 2026 PWHL Draft rankings for April.

March Top 100

The 2026 PWHL Draft picture continues to come into view. While many players still ponder whether or not to declare as the league figures out expansion plans, the time to make an impression on scouts is dwindling.

thehockeynews.com2026 PWHL Draft Rankings: March Top 100The 2026 PWHL Draft picture continues to come into view. While many players still ponder whether or not to declare as the league figures out expansion plans, the time to make an impression on scouts is dwindling.

February Top 85

The 2026 PWHL Draft class continues to take shape as players re-sign in Europe, while others have hit their stride and are starting to step forward in the rankings. Here's The Hockey News' Top 85.

thehockeynews.com2026 PWHL Draft Rankings: Top 85The 2026 PWHL Draft class continues to take shape as players re-sign in Europe, while others have hit their stride and are starting to step forward in the rankings. Here's The Hockey News' Top 85.

Midterm Top 72

The 2026 PWHL Draft is loaded with talent, and it's a good thing as the league intends to expand yet again. With more roster spots available, more players from the NCAA, U Sports, and international leagues are expected to declare.

thehockeynews.comPWHL Midterm Rankings: Top 72 For 2026 PWHL DraftThe 2026 PWHL Draft is loaded with talent, and it's a good thing as the league intends to expand yet again. With more roster spots available, more players from the NCAA, U Sports, and international leagues are expected to declare.

2026 PWHL Prospect Profiles

Issy Wunder, F, Princeton

As the PWHL continues to reshape the sport, Princeton forward Issy Wunder is stepping into a future she once could only imagine. Now on the verge of the 2026 draft, she reflects on visibility, representation, and becoming the role model she never had.

thehockeynews.comIssy Wunder’s Next Chapter Reflects a New Era of Visibility in Women’s HockeyAs the PWHL continues to reshape the sport, Princeton forward Issy Wunder is stepping into a future she once could only imagine. Now on the verge of the 2026 draft, she reflects on visibility, representation, and becoming the role model she never had.

Thea Johansson, F, Minnesota-Duluth

Thea Johansson is coming off an unforgettable season including the Olympic Games with Sweden, and her senior NCAA season. Next up, she's bringing her love for the game and competition to the PWHL.

thehockeynews.comThea Johansson Is Ready To Take Her Skill And Love For The Game Pro Next SeasonThea Johansson is coming off an unforgettable season including the Olympic Games with Sweden, and her senior NCAA season. Next up, she's bringing her love for the game and competition to the PWHL.

Brooke Disher, D, Ohio State

Ohio State has become a factory for PWHL defenders, and they'll send more to the league next season including Fort St. John, British Columbia's Brooke Disher.

thehockeynews.comBrooke Disher Next Defender In Line From Ohio State's PWHL FactoryOhio State has become a factory for PWHL defenders, and they'll send more to the league next season including Fort St. John, British Columbia's Brooke Disher.

Jamie Nelson, F, Minnesota

After a career-high 42-point season with the Gophers, Jamie Nelson is ready for the professional jump. By betting on herself and seeking a final-year challenge, the forward has positioned herself as a key name to watch for the 2026 PWHL Draft.

thehockeynews.comHow Jamie Nelson Prepared For The PWHL Draft Following Career Season At MinnesotaAfter a career-high 42-point season with the Gophers, Jamie Nelson is ready for the professional jump. By betting on herself and seeking a final-year challenge, the forward has positioned herself as a key name to watch for the 2026 PWHL Draft.

Cristina Cavaliere, D, Providence

Cristina Cavaliere led all NCAA players in time-on-ice this season. The Providence College senior is hoping to get more time on the ice next season at the PWHL level.

thehockeynews.comNCAA's Time-On-Ice Leader Cristina Cavaliere Hoping To Spend Time In The PWHL As WellCristina Cavaliere led all NCAA players in time-on-ice this season. The Providence College senior is hoping to get more time on the ice next season at the PWHL level.

Stephanie Bourque, D, Union College

Union College hasn't sent many players on to higher levels of women's hockey, but captain Stephanie Bourque is looking to change that at the 2026 PWHL Draft.

thehockeynews.comUnion College Captain Stephanie Bourque Aiming To Become Program's First PWHL PlayerUnion College hasn't sent many players on to higher levels of women's hockey, but captain Stephanie Bourque is looking to change that at the 2026 PWHL Draft.

Sydney Healey, Boston University

Sydney Healey had a career year at Boston University, and now the Canadian prospect has turned her sights to the PWHL. She's got a skill set the fits the league, and may be one of the more interesting sleepers in the 2026 Draft.

thehockeynews.comSydney Healey Looks To Follow BU Alumnae To The PWHLSydney Healey had a career year at Boston University, and now the Canadian prospect has turned her sights to the PWHL. She's got a skill set the fits the league, and may be one of the more interesting sleepers in the 2026 Draft.

India McDadi, Brown

Brown captain India McDadi wants to be one of her program's first players to reach the PWHL, and in the process, she wants to continue to challenge herself both on and off the ice.

thehockeynews.comIndia McDadi Continues To Grow As A Player And Person, A Process She Hopes To Continue In The PWHLBrown captain India McDadi wants to be one of her program's first players to reach the PWHL, and in the process, she wants to continue to challenge herself both on and off the ice.

Madison Kaiser, F, Minnesota

University of Minnesota forward Madison Kaiser wants to make an impact in the PWHL, no matter what role she's given. It all starts for the Ham Lake product at the 2026 PWHL Draft.

thehockeynews.comMinnesota's Madison Kaiser Hopes To Make An Impact, Beginning With The 2026 PWHL DraftUniversity of Minnesota forward Madison Kaiser wants to make an impact in the PWHL, no matter what role she's given. It all starts for the Ham Lake product at the 2026 PWHL Draft.

Lily Shannon, F, Northeastern

Lily Shannon, Northeastern's senior captain is a top PWHL Draft prospect. She's set to make a big impact on the ice, but she also hopes to parlay her professional career into the ability to make a major impact off the ice as well.

thehockeynews.comLily Shannon Aims To Make A Big Impact Both On And Off The Ice In The PWHLLily Shannon, Northeastern's senior captain is a top PWHL Draft prospect. She's set to make a big impact on the ice, but she also hopes to parlay her professional career into the ability to make a major impact off the ice as well.

Tory Mariano, D, DNP

After a year away from the game, training on her own so that she could finish her education degree, Tory Mariano is back and looking to enter the 2026 PWHL Draft and make an impact on a PWHL blueline next season.

thehockeynews.comAfter A Year Of Training, Tory Mariano Is Getting Back In The Game To Fulfill Her PWHL HopesAfter a year away from the game, training on her own so that she could finish her education degree, Tory Mariano is back and looking to enter the 2026 PWHL Draft and make an impact on a PWHL blueline next season.

Alyssa Regalado, D, Cornell

The Cornell defender has spent the past four years in the program, and through it all, she's grown and developed and is ready to hear her name called at the 2026 PWHL Draft.

thehockeynews.comCornell Defender Alyssa Regalado Eyes The PWHL Draft In The Next Chapter Of Her CareerThe Cornell defender has spent the past four years in the program, and through it all, she's grown and developed and is ready to hear her name called at the 2026 PWHL Draft.

Erica Reider, D, Lulea

Erica Reider has spent five seasons in Europe playing in the SDHL. Now the 29-year-old veteran is among those looking to capitalize off another PWHL expansion to grab a spot in the league.

thehockeynews.comErica Reider Among Veterans Eyeing PWHL After Multiple Seasons In Europe, And An Olympic Attempt In CyclingErica Reider has spent five seasons in Europe playing in the SDHL. Now the 29-year-old veteran is among those looking to capitalize off another PWHL expansion to grab a spot in the league.

Tereza Pistekova, C, SDE HF

Czech national team member, Tereza Pistekova, 20, didn't go the NCAA route. Now the young star is set to throw her name into the hat to become the youngest player in the PWHL next season.

thehockeynews.com20-Year-Old Czech Olympian Tereza Pistekova Set To Declare For PWHL DraftCzech national team member, Tereza Pistekova, 20, didn't go the NCAA route. Now the young star is set to throw her name into the hat to become the youngest player in the PWHL next season.

Katie DeSa, G, Penn State

Penn State was one of the highest scoring NCAA women's hockey programs in the league this season. Behind that firepower however, was the solid netminding of Katie DeSa who is set to enter the 2026 PWHL Draft.

thehockeynews.comBehind Penn State's Firepower, Katie DeSa Has Been Their RockPenn State was one of the highest scoring NCAA women's hockey programs in the league this season. Behind that firepower however, was the solid netminding of Katie DeSa who is set to enter the 2026 PWHL Draft.

2026 PWHL Draft Analytics

Corsi and Fenwick

Corsi and Fenwick have emerged as two of the most trusted advanced hockey statistics measuring possession. Here's a look at the top NCAA women's hockey prospects for the 2026 PWHL Draft in Corsi and Fenwick.

thehockeynews.comAdvanced 2026 PWHL Drafting: Corsi And FenwickCorsi and Fenwick have emerged as two of the most trusted advanced hockey statistics measuring possession. Here's a look at the top NCAA women's hockey prospects for the 2026 PWHL Draft in Corsi and Fenwick.

xG (Expected Goals)

The 2026 PWHL Draft is loaded with offensive talent. The first two rounds of the draft will have players who drive offensive opportunities, compiling "expected goals" (xG). Here's a look at the top PWHL prospects from the NCAA in terms of xG.

thehockeynews.comAdvanced 2026 PWHL Drafting: Expected GoalsThe 2026 PWHL Draft is loaded with offensive talent. The first two rounds of the draft will have players who drive offensive opportunities, compiling "expected goals" (xG). Here's a look at the top PWHL prospects from the NCAA in terms of xG.

Winning Pucks

From winning face-off draws, to winning 50/50 puck battles, or retrieving pucks after shots, the ability to gain possession is a major benefit in hockey. Here's a look at the top players in the NCAA who are eligible for the 2026 PWHL Draft in terms of winning pucks.

thehockeynews.comAdvanced 2026 PWHL Drafting: Winning PucksFrom winning face-off draws, to winning 50/50 puck battles, or retrieving pucks after shots, the ability to gain possession is a major benefit in hockey. Here's a look at the top players in the NCAA who are eligible for the 2026 PWHL Draft in terms of winning pucks.

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