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Peschel Debuts Above NYC at Empire State Building
16 Jul
Summary
- Emma Peschel, the No. 7 overall PWHL draft pick, was introduced in Manhattan.
- The event took place over 1,000 feet up in the Empire State Building.
- Peschel discussed joining the expanding PWHL and strengthening the Sirens.
Emma Peschel, the New York Sirens' No. 7 overall selection in the 2026 PWHL Draft, was officially introduced to the city over 1,000 feet above Manhattan at the Empire State Building. Peschel, a defender from Edina, Minnesota, expressed her enthusiasm for joining the Sirens and embracing life in New York City. She joins a PWHL that is undergoing significant expansion, growing from eight to twelve teams for the upcoming season.
Peschel's arrival strengthens a Sirens defense that already includes seasoned professionals. General Manager Pascal Daoust confirmed Peschel is positioned to compete for a top-four defensive role early in training camp. The Sirens also benefit from Peschel's strong collegiate background at Ohio State, a program known for producing PWHL talent. She has already reconnected with former teammates now in the PWHL to aid her transition.
The Sirens organization was prepared for their draft position, having developed contingency plans for various scenarios, including their No. 7 overall pick used for Peschel. Meanwhile, Daoust expressed confidence in re-signing leading scorer Casey O'Brien, a restricted free agent, indicating she will remain with the team. New York currently has 17 players under contract for the 2026-27 season and is awaiting final roster size confirmations from the league.
