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How Gavin McKenna is getting ready for the NHL

No. 1-ranked 2026 NHL draft prospect Gavin McKenna discusses how he's preparing to play at the next level.

Toronto Maple Leafs win first pick in 2026 NHL draft

The Toronto Maple Leafs win the draft lottery and will pick first in the 2026 NHL draft.

After front office changes, Maple Leafs win draft lottery

The Toronto Maple Leafs, who this week announced sweeping front office changes, won the lottery on Tuesday for the first pick in the NHL draft, a victory at a critical time for a franchise that failed to make the postseason for the first time since 2016.

2026 NHL draft order: Picks 1-16 following the draft lottery

Here's a list of the top picks in the event taking place in Buffalo on June 26 and 27.

Islanders' Matthew Schaefer leads Calder Trophy finalists

Islanders defenseman Matthew Schaefer, Canadiens forward Ivan Demidov and Ducks forward Beckett Sennecke were named finalists for the Calder Trophy.

P.K. Subban: Hurricanes have a real shot to make Stanley Cup Final

P.K. Subban joins Pat McAfee and breaks down how impressive and legit the Hurricanes are after going up 2-0 vs. the Flyers.

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