Player Profile
Gavin McKenna
LW • Penn State • NCAA
Consensus Rank
#1
Average Rank
1
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Needs updated NCAA/Penn State stats and profile details.
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2026-02-18
2. Gavin McKenna, LW, Penn State University (NCAA)
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Latest News
McKenna buries bar-down snipe to get Maple Leafs on board vs. Kraken
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-10-29
McKenna unites with Matthews as Maple Leafs juggle lineup
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-10-28
Hiller breaks down McKenna’s growth throughout first month in NHL
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-10-28
Is it McKenna’s time to shine for injury-plagued Maple Leafs?
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-10-27
‘Hopefully we can shut him down’: McKenna on facing McDavid for first time
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-10-23
Auston Matthews makes a strong statement on Gavin McKenna after rookie's game-winner
Yardbarker NHL • 2026-10-22
How Gavin McKenna’s first 10 games compare to other first-overall picks
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-10-20
The Hockey News Morning Skate: Michkov Leads Flyers, McKenna Comes Up Clutch For Maple Leafs, And More
The Hockey News • 2026-10-20
'He's Just Not Afraid Of The Moment': Maple Leafs' McKenna Rises To The Occasion In Resilient Effort
The Hockey News • 2026-10-20
‘Big-time player’ McKenna helps Maple Leafs snap skid
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-10-20
NHL Highlights: Maple Leafs 3, Sharks 1
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-10-20
‘When I do that, I’m getting confidence’: McKenna on scoring game-winning goal
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-10-20
McKenna dangles in tight and fires home beauty to give Leafs lead vs. Sharks
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-10-20
Scout’s Analysis: How Ivar Stenberg has started with the Sharks
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-10-19
Gavin McKenna Is Already Proving He Can Handle The Toronto Spotlight
The Hockey News • 2026-10-19
Maple Leafs Have a Bigger Problem Than Hiller Benching Gavin McKenna
The Hockey Writers • 2026-10-17
Maple Leafs’ Gavin McKenna talks benching, Tavares injury
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-10-17
Is Red Wings’ Larkin likely to end up in Montreal?
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-10-16
'It Was Puzzling': Joe Bowen Discusses Gavin McKenna's Benching, His Retirement, And The State Of The Maple Leafs
The Hockey News • 2026-10-16
Friedman talks Maple Leafs benching of McKenna
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-10-16
A detailed look at Gavin McKenna’s game before he was benched
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-10-16
The Hockey News Morning Skate: McKenna Benched In Maple Leafs Loss, Tkachuk Posts Back-To-Back Hat Tricks
The Hockey News • 2026-10-16
Opinion: Jim Hiller Made His First Big Mistake As Head Coach Of The Toronto Maple Leafs — And It Came At The Expense Of Gavin McKenna
The Hockey News • 2026-10-16
‘Probably should have got him out there’: Hiller on why he benched McKenna
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-10-16
‘My decision’: Why Gavin McKenna was benched in Maple Leafs’ loss to Sabres
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-10-16
McKenna wires home second career goal to cut into Mammoth’s lead
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-10-14
Strong McKenna backcheck leads to beautiful Matthews goal
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-10-11
Why Leafs should ‘find a way’ to get McKenna on ice for 3-on-3 OT
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-10-09
Top pick McKenna picks up 1st NHL goal, assist for Toronto
ESPN NHL • 2026-10-08
'It Felt Longer': How Maple Leafs' McKenna Survived His First Week Under The Microscope
The Hockey News • 2026-10-07
The Hockey News Morning Skate: Larkin's Red Wings Return, McKenna Milestones, Marchand's Injury Scare
The Hockey News • 2026-10-07
McKenna finds breakthrough moment in Maple Leafs’ comeback thriller
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-10-07
‘Gives you a little boost’: Maple Leafs’ Matthews on McKenna’s first goal
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-10-07
NHL Highlights: Maple Leafs 5, Predators 4 (F/OT)
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-10-07
‘Big monkey off the back’: McKenna on scoring first NHL goal
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-10-07
'Future Superstar': Social Media Reacts To Gavin McKenna's Breakout Performance For Maple Leafs
The Hockey News • 2026-10-07
Gotta See It: Gavin McKenna snipes first career goal with Maple Leafs
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-10-07
Maple Leafs’ Gavin McKenna scores first NHL goal vs. Predators
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-10-07
Maple Leafs’ McKenna helps set up Tavares goal for first career NHL point
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-10-07
‘No reason to panic’: Maple Leafs patient despite McKenna line’s rough start
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-10-05
Q and A: Darryl Sittler on Gavin McKenna, trade requests and growing up a Habs fan
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-10-03
What’s the ideal role for McKenna to develop while helping Maple Leafs win?
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-10-02
Bobrovsky disrupting McKenna’s rookie lap ‘happened by accident’
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-10-02
No. 1 overall pick McKenna, 18, makes NHL debut in Maple Leafs' loss
ESPN NHL • 2026-10-01
'I'm Glad We're Playing Again': McKenna Ready To Push For More After Maple Leafs Debut
The Hockey News • 2026-09-30
Who looked more overwhelmed in their Leafs debut, Raddysh or McKenna?
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-09-30
McKenna says debut was ‘a lot of fun’ but he wasn’t happy with his performance
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-09-30
Past meets future with Maple Leafs’ Matthews, McKenna pairing
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-09-29
Why Maple Leafs believe Marchenko has star potential
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-09-29
McKenna hopes his dreams literally come true, ahead of his NHL debut
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-09-28
Gavin McKenna Will Adapt To The NHL Much More Quickly Than The NCAA
The Hockey News • 2026-09-24
Maple Leafs’ Matthews impressed by McKenna’s poise: ‘Fun to watch’
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-09-24
NHL Pre-Season Highlights: Maple Leafs 6, Senators 1
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-09-24
Maple Leafs’ McKenna gets first pre-season point with assist to Tavares
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-09-24
The Hockey News Future Watch Show: How McKenna, Other Top NHL Rookies Have Performed In Pre-Season
The Hockey News • 2026-09-23
Hiller hoping McKenna makes ‘subtle adjustments’ in final pre-season game
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-09-23
Should Leafs rookie McKenna have gotten top power-play unit spot?
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-09-22
What The Toronto Maple Leafs Learned About Gavin McKenna In Pre-Season Debut
The Hockey News • 2026-09-22
Kypreos on McKenna’s size: ‘A boy’s body going up against men right now’
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-09-21
The Hockey News Big Show: Where Should Gavin McKenna Line Up For The Maple Leafs?
The Hockey News • 2026-09-21
Sunday Overreactions: Should Maple Leafs just play McKenna with Matthews right away?
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-09-20
Maple Leafs notebook: McKenna ‘will remember this day forever’
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-09-20
Cozens looking forward to facing cousin McKenna as division rival
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-09-19
What does a successful rookie season look like for McKenna?
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-09-18
What No. 1 Picks Around The NHL Are Saying About Maple Leafs' Gavin McKenna
The Hockey News • 2026-09-17
‘100 miles an hour’: Gavin McKenna jumps into Toronto’s top six
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-09-17
‘That’s high level’: Hiller praises McKenna’s play at training camp
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-09-17
Plenty out and plenty in, but with change comes risk for Maple Leafs
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-09-16
Maple Leafs’ McKenna era begins as training camp gets underway
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-09-16
McKenna plans to use noise from Toronto market as a ‘good motivator’
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-09-16
Hiller: Maple Leafs ‘not setting any ceiling’ for top pick McKenna
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-09-16
McKenna’s development the key focus for Maple Leafs this season
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-09-14
Maple Leafs’ McKenna looking to get up to speed as NHL season approaches
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-09-11
‘It would be pretty special’: McKenna on potentially playing with Matthews
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-09-11
Maple Leafs' John Tavares Is Excited To Mentor Gavin McKenna: 'He's An Unbelievable Kid'
The Hockey News • 2026-09-09
The Mitch Marner Shadow Is Already Following Gavin McKenna in Toronto
The Hockey Writers • 2026-09-04
Why Maple Leafs fans should be excited about Gavin McKenna's first season
Yardbarker NHL • 2026-08-20
Gavin McKenna Changed the Maple Leafs’ Timeline—and Created a New Problem
The Hockey Writers • 2026-08-19
Maple Leafs’ Perfect Trade Fit Might Already Be Locked and Loaded
The Hockey Writers • 2026-08-13
Toronto Maple Leafs First-Overall Pick Gavin McKenna Point Projections
Last Word on Hockey • 2026-08-10
Maple Leafs News & Rumours: McKenna, Matthews & Great Expectations
The Hockey Writers • 2026-08-09
NHL Prospect Pool Overview '26-27: Toronto Maple Leafs First-Overall Pick Gavin McKenna Key To Present and Future
The Hockey News • 2026-08-06
The Hockey News Big Show: What Can McKenna Deliver As Maple Leafs Rookie?
The Hockey News • 2026-08-04
What Are Realistic NHL Rookie Expectations For Maple Leafs' Gavin McKenna?
The Hockey News • 2026-08-03
NHL rookie roundtable: Get to know Gavin McKenna and other top rookies
ESPN NHL • 2026-07-31
Maple Leafs’ McKenna ‘grateful’ to represent the Yukon in NHL
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-07-31
No. 1 NHL draft pick McKenna sets rookie goals
ESPN NHL • 2026-07-31
3 Players Who Could Surprisingly Make the Maple Leafs’ Opening Night Roster
The Hockey Writers • 2026-07-24
Screen Shots: Jets Invest Wisely In Cole Perfetti, Plus Gavin McKenna Expectations
The Hockey News • 2026-07-16
No. 1 overall pick McKenna signs deal with Leafs
ESPN NHL • 2026-07-07
Gavin McKenna's Maple Leafs contract details revealed
Yardbarker NHL • 2026-07-07
'He Has The Ability To Make Players Better': What Leafs Development Camp Revealed About McKenna's Long-Term Growth
The Hockey News • 2026-07-05
McKenna on leaving No. 72 for Bobrosky: ‘Not gonna take his number’
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-07-04
Gavin McKenna to wear No. 92 with Maple Leafs
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-07-04
Maple Leafs News and Rumours: Duhaime, Gavin McKenna Signs & the Fun Begins
The Hockey Writers • 2026-07-04
Toronto Maple Leafs Gavin McKenna Contract 1st-Overall Pick’s ELC
Last Word on Hockey • 2026-07-03
Maple Leafs sign Gavin McKenna to three-year, entry-level contract
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-07-03
Maple Leafs’ Sergei Bobrovsky to wear No. 72 instead of Gavin McKenna
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-07-03
‘His IQ is off the charts’: Wickenheiser talks McKenna first impressions
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-07-02
‘I used that as fuel’: McKenna on how critics of his game motivated him
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-07-02
McKenna defers to Bobrovsky on jersey number: ‘He’s won two Stanley Cups’
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-07-02
Maple Leafs made the right choice by taking Gavin McKenna No. 1 overall in NHL Draft
Yardbarker NHL • 2026-06-30
Maple Leafs plan to play Gavin McKenna with Auston Matthews immediately
Yardbarker NHL • 2026-06-30
How will top draft pick McKenna acclimate to Leafs in his first season?
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-06-29
As expected, Maple Leafs draft McKenna at No. 1
ESPN NHL • 2026-06-29
‘The sky’s the limit’: Maple Leafs’ Brackett on McKenna’s potential
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-06-27
‘A special moment’: McKenna reflects on being selected first overall
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-06-27
Maple Leafs’ top pick McKenna throws first pitch ahead of Blue Jays game
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-06-27
With Selection Of Gavin McKenna And Trade Of Brandon Carlo, The Maple Leafs Are Turning A Page
The Hockey News • 2026-06-27
Maple Leafs’ McKenna is excited to get ‘comfortable’ in the city
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-06-27
‘Isn’t what I imagined’: Maple Leafs’ McKenna era begins with hope, surprise
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-06-27
What you need to know about Maple Leafs’ draft picks
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-06-26
What you need to know about Maple Leafs No. 1 pick Gavin McKenna
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-06-26
Gotta See It: Maple Leafs select McKenna with No. 1 pick of NHL Draft
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-06-26
Get to know Gavin McKenna (home and NHL)
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-06-26
Have No Fear: No. 1 Pick Gavin McKenna Is Ready For The Toronto Maple Leafs
The Hockey News • 2026-06-26
NHL Draft Blog: Who are best players available in Round 2?
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-06-26
Top prospect FAQ: The inside scoop on No. 1 pick Gavin McKenna
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-06-26
Looking back at McKenna’s journey from Whitehorse to 2026 NHL Draft
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-06-26
Maple Leafs’ Chayka ‘really impressed’ with McKenna during pre-draft process
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-06-25
McKenna on showing Chayka the Yukon: ‘Hope he had a good time’
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-06-25
Gavin McKenna excited to potentially play with Maple Leafs' Auston Matthews
Yardbarker NHL • 2026-06-25
Should Maple Leafs pick anyone other than McKenna in NHL Draft?
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-06-25
‘Well, that’s the goal’: Why McKenna has sights set on going first overall
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-06-24
2026 NHL Draft Rankings: Ferrari's Final Cut Has A New No. 1
The Hockey News • 2026-06-22
Why McKenna’s elite offensive upside outweighs any defensive deficiencies
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-06-18
Bourne: Why Gavin McKenna is right pick for Maple Leafs at No. 1
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-06-10
McKenna using doubts, draft-year challenges to prepare for NHL expectations
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-06-06
‘I was training hard’: McKenna says he didn’t take a break after season
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-06-06
‘It’d be an honour’: McKenna on potentially playing for the Maple Leafs
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-06-05
Top NHL Draft Prospects Gavin McKenna, Ivar Stenberg Speak At Combine: 'I'd Be Pretty Fortunate To Go There'
The Hockey News • 2026-06-05
Gavin McKenna: Would be ‘pretty fortunate’ to go to Maple Leafs
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-06-05
Scout’s Analysis: Notes from NHL scouting combine interviews
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-06-05
What Chayka, Leafs have learned about McKenna the person as they dig in
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-06-05
How Gavin McKenna Prepared For Tough Questions At The NHL Draft Combine: 'It's How You Manage These Things'
The Hockey News • 2026-06-04
Quick Shifts: What might be Gavin McKenna’s greatest challenge
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-05-30
McKenna Would Be Honoured to Be Maple Leafs’ First Overall Selection
The Hockey Writers • 2026-05-28
Discussing How the New York Rangers Will Utilize the 2026 5th-Overall Draft Spot
Last Word on Hockey • 2026-05-25
5 Options for the Maple Leafs’ 2nd-Round Pick in 2026 NHL Draft
The Hockey Writers • 2026-05-22
🏒 Gavin McKenna's path to expected No. 1 pick
ESPN NHL • 2026-05-21
Should Leafs lean McKenna after watching power plays flourish in playoffs?
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-05-19
Why having Tavares as a mentor might be perfect situation for McKenna
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-05-08
How much gap between Stenberg, McKenna, and rest of draft prospect field?
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-05-08
Did going the college route hurt McKenna’s NHL Draft stock at all?
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-05-08
Weighing The Toronto Maple Leafs' Draft Options Between Gavin McKenna And Ivar Stenberg
The Hockey News • 2026-05-07
Gavin McKenna’s junior coach believes he can ‘thrive’ in Toronto
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-05-07
Scout’s Analysis: Gavin McKenna vs. Ivar Stenberg for first overall
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-05-06
Do fears of passing on McKenna outweigh fears of him being wrong choice?
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-05-06
Memo To The Maple Leafs: Don't Overthink This
The Hockey News • 2026-05-06
Should Maple Leafs take McKenna or Stenberg with No. 1 pick?
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-05-06
NHL Draft Lottery Results Revealed, Find Out Where Leafs and Canucks Finish
Last Word on Hockey • 2026-05-05
‘I definitely learned a lot’: McKenna credits Penn State for elevating his game
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-05-05
Gavin McKenna won’t play for Canada at world championship
Sportsnet NHL • 2026-05-05
2026 NHL Draft: Maple Leafs, Blues Win Draft Lottery Sim With Mock Draft
The Hockey News • 2026-05-03
NHL Rumours: One Detroit Red Wings Offseason Need Steve Yzerman Can’t Ignore
Last Word on Hockey • 2026-04-27
New York Rangers Struggles in 2025-26 Were Clear, but There’s Hope for Future
Last Word on Hockey • 2026-04-26
2026 NHL Draft – Top 10 WHL Prospects
The Hockey Writers • 2026-04-24
An Early Look at Potential Team Canada Roster for IIHF World Championship
Last Word on Hockey • 2026-04-24
2026 NHL Draft Rankings: Ferrari's Top 75 Before The World U-18s Keeps Stenberg Over McKenna
The Hockey News • 2026-04-22