Minneapolis St. Paul, MN, September 28, 2026 — The Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) is set to begin its fourth season in early December, bringing a series of Saturday night games to CBC’s “Hockey Night in Canada.” This new broadcast arrangement marks a significant development for the league and its viewership.

A total of eight Saturday night games will be televised on CBC’s “Hockey Night in Canada” as part of the new partnership. This move comes after the conclusion of the National Hockey League’s (NHL) broadcast deal with CBC. The specific details regarding the duration of this new partnership or the full broadcast schedule were not provided in the summary.

Among the teams featured in the upcoming season is the Minnesota Frost. The local team is slated to play its home-opening game on December 13. Further information regarding the Minnesota Frost’s full schedule or opponent for their home opener was not available in the provided summary.

The expansion of the PWHL’s broadcast reach through CBC’s “Hockey Night in Canada” signifies a growing presence for professional women’s hockey. The league continues to build its profile, offering more opportunities for fans to follow the sport.

Information on the exact start date of the PWHL season in early December, beyond the general timeframe, was not specified. Details concerning ticket sales or venue information for the Minnesota Frost’s home opener were also not provided.

The league aims to leverage this broadcast platform to engage a wider audience. The specific financial terms of the agreement between the PWHL and CBC were not disclosed.


Story summarized from the original created by Josh Skluzacek on kstp.com, see more information here.

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