Gavin McKenna stands out at 2026 NHL Scouting Combine

The 2026 NHL Scouting Combine concluded with several standout performances from draft-eligible prospects. Gavin McKenna led the combine in the VO2 Max Aerobic Fitness test with a score of 65.0 ml/kg/min and had multiple top-ten finishes in other events. Notable performances also came from Mathis Preston, Ethan MacKenzie, and Niklas Aaram-Olsen, each securing seven top-ten finishes despite not being projected as early first-round picks. Consensus top-five pick Keaton Verhoeff placed in three events, affirming his reputation as an elite athlete. The next step for these players is the NHL draft, where their performances could influence their selection order.

• 3:14 PMYahoo Sports — 2026 NHL Scouting Combine results: Gavin McKenna, Keaton Verhoeff among stand out performers