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The Toronto Maple Leafs have secured 18‑year‑old forward Gavin McKenna on a three‑year, entry‑level contract after he topped the Canadian Hockey League with 129 points last season.
Columbus completes its 2026 NHL Draft with six selections across the final six rounds, trades for additional picks, and outlines the prospects joining the organization.
Selected 22nd and 39th overall, the mirror‑twin forwards bring complementary styles and a shared ambition to wear black and gold side by side.
The Pittsburgh Penguins drafted identical twins Liam and Markus Ruck in the 2026 NHL Draft, sparking early speculation about their development paths and potential trade dynamics.
Gavin McKenna, the 2026 NHL Entry Draft’s first overall selection, is set to wear a Toronto Maple Leafs jersey after the franchise announced his signing, bringing a proven scoring record to a team eager to return to the playoffs.
Projected to be selected first overall, Gavin McKenna combines record‑setting junior achievements with a resilient comeback after legal setbacks, making him a focal point for the Maple Leafs’ rebuilding plans.
The NHL draft will open in Buffalo, New York, with the Toronto Maple Leafs holding the No. 1 overall pick. Among the six top prospects, Gavin McKenna, Ivar Stenberg, Chase Reid, Caleb Malhotra, Alberts Smits and Keaton Verhoeff are projected to be selected within the top five.
Twin brothers Liam and Markus Ruck, top WHL scorers, have committed to the University of North Dakota for the 2027‑28 season, bringing elite skill and NHL draft buzz to the Fighting Hawks.
Arizona State University's hockey program welcomes a wave of high‑profile USHL standouts, each poised to contribute uniquely to the upcoming season.
Liam Ruck, a 17‑year‑old forward from Osoyoos, British Columbia, is emerging as a top prospect for the 2026 NHL Draft, drawing praise for his offensive production while raising questions about size and skating.
A look at Liam Ruck's breakout season, his strengths and concerns, and how NHL teams might approach drafting him alongside his brother.
Projected as the top pick in the 2026 NHL Draft, Gavin McKenna’s story blends extraordinary on‑ice talent with a family history of endurance, early‑life sacrifices, and a commitment to giving back to his Indigenous community.
The Athletic’s annual mock draft for the 2026 NHL Draft blends scouting insight with franchise strategy, highlighting key selections and emerging storylines.
Montreal's top defensive prospect posted a career‑high 83 points, including 45 goals, while battling a shoulder injury. The team now weighs whether to nurture his growth or flip him for short‑term help.
Markus Ruck leads the CHL with 108 points, captured the Bob Clarke Trophy, and, alongside twin brother Liam, is poised to make a splash at the 2026 NHL Draft while planning a return to Medicine Hat.
Maxim Massé’s record‑breaking campaign, highlighted by 102 points in 63 games, earns him the CHL’s top individual honor and helps his team claim its first title in over three decades.
The Medicine Hat twins, ranked 20th and 23rd among North American skaters, discuss their intertwined careers, NHL Central Scouting accolades, and hopes of being drafted by the same NHL team.
At 18, Liam Ruck topped the WHL in scoring and earned early draft buzz for his elite finishing and two‑way play.
An inside look at the leading candidates the Penguins could select in the 2026 NHL Draft, from rising forwards to defensive standouts
A 19‑year‑old from Yukon, Gavin McKenna, is projected as the No. 1 overall selection in the NHL Draft, having impressed with 41 WHL goals and 15 NCAA points, while emphasizing that money played no role in his collegiate choice.
The Philadelphia Flyers have five picks in the upcoming NHL Draft, with Ryan Lin and Markus Ruck emerging as key targets. The team must weigh offensive upside against defensive readiness while addressing its need for a top center and a top‑pair defenseman.
The program announced a recruiting class that features five forwards and two defensemen, highlighted by standout performances from Michael Barron and Nathan Behm.
Sun Devil Hockey has committed seven top junior prospects, including point‑leaders and award winners, to its 2026‑27 roster.
The Everett Silvertips' record-breaking campaign saw them dominate the Western Hockey League, clinch the championship over the Portland Winterhawks, and prepare for their first Memorial Cup appearance.