The Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL) has announced Detroit, Michigan, as the first of potentially four new expansion markets for the upcoming season. This decision is influenced by the strong relationship between the PWHL and the Ilitch family, owners of the NHL's Detroit Red Wings. The PWHL has successfully hosted neutral-site games at Little Caesars Arena, drawing a total attendance of 53,626 fans. The league will also hold its draft and awards ceremony in Detroit on June 17, 2024, featuring top prospects including Olympians Caroline Harvey and Laila Edwards. The PWHL's regular-season attendance has surpassed 1.1 million, marking a 28% increase from last year. The league is exploring additional expansion to cities such as Denver, Las Vegas, and Hamilton, Ontario, while also considering other markets like Washington, D.C., and Dallas. The PWHL's growth strategy aims to enhance its visibility and secure a U.S. national broadcast partnership, building on its recent successes.