The Toronto Maple Leafs selected Gavin McKenna with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft, marking a new era for the franchise. McKenna immediately pointed to captain Auston Matthews as the player he hopes to learn from after joining Toronto. The selection capped a memorable night at KeyBank Center, where Justin … Read more
The 2026 NHL Draft begins Friday, June 26, at the KeyBank Center in Buffalo, New York. The two-day event features the opening round on Friday night, followed by Rounds 2 through 7 on Saturday. With the draft lottery complete and several blockbuster trades reshaping the board, teams enter draft weekend with very different strategies. Unlike … Read more
Gavin McKenna enters the 2026 NHL Draft as the consensus favorite to hear his name called first overall. The Penn State winger spoke confidently about the trait that defines him beyond his elite offensive talent. His comments offered another glimpse into why NHL teams view him as a franchise cornerstone. Speaking to reporters one day … Read more
Connor McDavid and Jason Dickinson have publicly endorsed Mike Babcock’s demanding coaching style, signaling that Edmonton’s leadership believes accountability is the missing piece in its Stanley Cup pursuit. After their painful NHL playoff disappointment, the Oilers are embracing a different identity under their new head coach despite the controversy surrounding his return to the NHL. … Read more
The Toronto Maple Leafs may not be finished reshaping their roster during a busy NHL offseason. NHL insider David Pagnotta added fuel to growing trade speculation this week, suggesting the organization is actively exploring multiple deals and could have a significant move in the works. “As Darren Dreger reported last hour, Toronto has a few … Read more
