Four Finnish players were selected in the inaugural draft of the Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL). Nelli Laitinen made history as the first European player ever drafted, being chosen sixth overall by the Hamilton team. Hamilton’s selection of Laitinen also marks the franchise’s first-ever draft pick. The draft took place overnight between Wednesday and Thursday. The PWHL is a new professional women’s ice hockey league, with Hamilton joining as an expansion team for the upcoming season. This draft signifies a growing international presence in the league and a significant moment for Finnish ice hockey.