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Gavin Mckenna News / Professor Press Box / June 27
3 Questions About McKenna Going Into the 2026–27 Season
Gavin McKenna was selected first overall by the Toronto Maple Leafs in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft on Friday, and the reaction was pretty predictable — excitement, hype, and a lot of talk about what he could become.
The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz
The NHL began awarding the Conn Smythe Trophy to the most valuable player of the postseason beginning in the 1965 season. How many of the past winners can you name in six minutes?
The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history
There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Yardbarker / June 26
Maple Leafs made the right choice by taking Gavin McKenna No. 1 overall in NHL Draft
After winning the 2026 NHL Draft lottery and getting the No. 1 overall pick, the Toronto Maple Leafs were faced with a big decision. Do they do the expected thing and take Penn State's Gavin McKenna with the top pick?
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Field Level Media / June 26
Maple Leafs pick F Gavin McKenna No. 1 in NHL draft
The Toronto Maple Leafs selected forward Gavin McKenna with the No. 1 overall pick of the NHL draft on Friday in Buffalo, N.Y. The 18-year-old McKenna was widely expected to be the top pick after a standout freshman season at Penn State, where he tallied 51 points (15 goals, 36 assists) in 35 games.
Gavin Mckenna News / TheLeafsnation / June 26
Instant Reaction: Maple Leafs add franchise player in Gavin McKenna, extend win-now mandate
Pinch yourself, Leafs Nation! It may be too good to be true, but it is indeed official: Gavin McKenna is now a member of the Toronto Maple Leafs, after being selected with the first overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft.
Gavin Mckenna News / Daily Faceoff / June 26
Maple Leafs select Gavin McKenna No. 1 overall in 2026 NHL Draft
As if there was any doubt? On Friday night, the Toronto Maple Leafs selected forward Gavin McKenna, 18, with the first overall pick of the 2026 NHL Draft at KeyBank Center in Buffalo.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / EasySportz / June 26
Toronto Just Went Chalk in the NHL Draft
The first domino of the 2026 NHL Draft has fallen. The Toronto Maple Leafs selected Gavin McKenna with the No. 1 overall pick Friday night in Buffalo, ushering in a new era for one of hockey’s most storied franchises.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / June 26
Maple Leafs select Gavin McKenna with first overall pick in 2026 NHL Draft
The worst-kept secret in hockey came to fruition on Friday night, with the Toronto Maple Leafs officially selecting Gavin McKenna with the first overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 26
Will Maple Leafs still trade Morgan Rielly after John Chayka’s comments?
Although Morgan Rielly has provided the Toronto Maple Leafs with a Western Conference-heavy trade list, general manager John Chayka said on Thursday that he does not anticipate the veteran defenseman being moved.
Samuel Ersson News / NHL Trade Talk / June 26
Maple Leafs Trade Sam Ersson Rights to Ottawa for Fifth-Round Pick
The Toronto Maple Leafs have traded the rights to RFA goaltender Samuel Ersson to the Ottawa Senators in exchange for a 2027 fifth-round selection. The move is largely a housekeeping transaction.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Daily Faceoff / June 26
What else will Leafs do to make a splash?
All eyes are on the Toronto Maple Leafs on Friday night, as they hold the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NHL Draft. However, what other order of business might they take care of?
Morgan Rielly News / NHL Trade Talk / June 26
Why the Radical Turn in the Rielly Conversation?
The Toronto Maple Leafs really looked like they were serious about moving Morgan Rielly, then suddenly started talking like “we love having him here.” What’s the change?
Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / June 26
Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Chayka, Hiller, Stolarz, Rielly & Knies Questions
There are NHL offseasons when everything feels mapped out by this point in June. The big decisions are made, the coaching staff is aligned, and the roster picture is mostly clear heading into the summer.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / June 26
Maple Leafs Not Trading Knies and Rielly, But Defenseman Likely to Be Moved
The Toronto Maple Leafs have elected not to trade Morgan Rielly and Matthews Knies, according to recent reports. However, it appears the organization is actively trying to move another defenseman.
Darren Raddysh News / 6IX ON ICE / June 26
Who should Darren Raddysh play alongside on the Toronto Maple Leafs?
News broke a few days ago that the Toronto Maple Leafs had acquired defenceman Darren Raddysh from the Tampa Bay Lightning in exchange for a fifth-round pick.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / June 26
Report: Maple Leafs part ways with assistant coach Mike Van Ryn
It appears that the Toronto Maple Leafs are quickly finalizing the rest of their coaching staff for the 2026-27 season. Toronto parted ways with assistant coach Mike Van Ryn, according to The Leafs Nation’s Nick Alberga.
Michael Pezzetta News / TheLeafsnation / June 26
Michael Pezzetta eyeing spot on Maple Leafs next season after Calder Cup championship run
The Toronto Marlies’ Calder Cup championship victory brought a whole new life and energy into the city, all while providing a glimpse of what it would
Matthew Knies News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 25
Maple Leafs rumors: Insider reveals what Toronto wants in potential Matthew Knies trade
With Jason Robertson likely leaving the Dallas Stars, Toronto Maple Leafs forward Matthew Knies has reportedly emerged as an offseason target for Dallas as a potential replacement.
Matthew Knies News / Daily Faceoff / June 25
Leafs not actively shopping Matthew Knies, but will listen to offers
In his first summer on the job, new Toronto Maple Leafs general manager John Chayka has plenty of irons in the fire. Speaking with reporters on Thursday
Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / June 25
Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Woll, Hildeby, Stolarz, Akhtyamov & Good Karma
The Toronto Maple Leafs are in the middle of the offseason, but there are still interesting stories around the organization. Some involve players who could be part of the club’s future, while others focus on those moving on after leaving their mark in Toronto.
Morgan Rielly News / Yardbarker / June 24
Morgan Rielly's agent submits trade list for Maple Leafs defenseman
The Toronto Maple Leafs are preparing for next season with a renewed project led by John Chayka as general manager and Jim Hiller as head coach.
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