McKenna signs three-year entry-level deal with Maple Leafs

Toronto locks up its No. 1 pick.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 61 min read

What happened: The Toronto Maple Leafs signed Gavin McKenna to a three-year entry-level contract. Toronto selected the 18-year-old forward first overall in the 2026 NHL Draft.

Why it matters: The deal clears McKenna to compete for an NHL role during the 2026-27 season. His entry-level contract gives Toronto a potential impact forward on a cost-controlled deal.

By the numbers: McKenna recorded 51 points on 15 goals and 36 assists in 35 games during the 2025-26 college season. He averaged 1.46 points per game and tied for fifth in NCAA scoring.

What to watch: McKenna's role and readiness will come into focus during training camp and the preseason.

Sources

NHL.com 2026-07-06T03:03:54.108195+00:00

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