Women's Professional Hockey League Expansion Heats Up: San Jose Joins Ranks, Hamilton and Las Vegas in the Lead In a significant development for the PWHL, San Jose is set to become the league's 11th franchise, following a recent announcement that Hamilton will be joining the ranks. This expansion comes as the league continues to grow, with several other cities vying for a spot among the league's elite. Las Vegas is emerging as a frontrunner for the 12th franchise, but it's not the only contender - a list of 12 potential teams, including Quebec City, Denver, and Los Angeles, remains in the running. As the PWHL continues to expand, fans can expect a thrilling new chapter in women's professional hockey.
> As IW reported early Thursday morning, Hamilton is next in line to receive a franchise. IW has now learned that San Jose will also be entering the PWHL with its own team, which would bring the League up to 11 clubs. > Work is still being done for the 12th franchise, with additional sources suggesting Las Vegas is a frontrunner. > Quebec City, Denver, Calgary, Halifax, Pittsburgh, Buffalo, Chicago, Washington, Los Angeles, San Diego and Raleigh have all been rumoured to be under consideration for a franchise. submitted by /u/DecentLurker96 [link] [comments]
