PWHL’s Fourth Season to be Featured on Hockey Night in Canada
The Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL) will be featured on CBC's "Hockey Night in Canada" for its upcoming fourth season, marking a significant broadcast shift where women's hockey will replace the NHL on the program. The season is set to…
Panama City, FL, September 28, 2026 —
The Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) is set to make a landmark appearance on CBC’s “Hockey Night in Canada” for its upcoming fourth season. This development signifies a notable shift in the program’s broadcast schedule, as women’s hockey will be featured, replacing National Hockey League (NHL) broadcasts on the iconic sports show.
The season is slated to begin in early December. This move represents a significant platform for the PWHL, offering increased visibility for the league and its athletes. “Hockey Night in Canada” has long been a staple of Canadian sports broadcasting, and its inclusion of the PWHL highlights the growing prominence and audience interest in professional women’s hockey. The specific dates and matchups that will be featured on the program during the upcoming season were not detailed in the provided information.
The decision to feature women’s hockey on “Hockey Night in Canada” marks a pivotal moment for the sport, providing a prominent stage usually reserved for the NHL. The exact implications for viewership and the league’s growth are anticipated as the season approaches. Further details regarding the broadcast schedule and specific games will likely be announced closer to the December commencement.
Story summarized from the original created by JOHN WAWROW, Associated Press on www.mypanhandle.com, see more information here.
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