Blackhawks become 3rd NHL team to partner with PWHPA

The Chicago Blackhawks have partnered with the Professional Women's Hockey Player's Association (PWHPA) and will host two Dream Gap Tour events in March, the team announced Tuesday.

The games will occur on March 6 at the United Center and March 7 at the Fifth Third Arena. The first contest will be aired on NBCSN.

"Our athletes are excited to play at the United Center. More than the game, this partnership helps advance our mission of creating a sustainable pro women's hockey league that showcases the outstanding skills of our athletes and allows young girls to dream just as the boys do today," PWHPA operations consultant Jayna Hefford said.

The Blackhawks are the third NHL franchise to team up with the PWHPA this season, joining the New York Rangers and Toronto Maple Leafs. Chicago also hosted women's hockey events in 2020.