Maple Leafs prepare for draft as coaching search continues
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 11:45 AM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
The Toronto Maple Leafs face critical decisions as they approach the NHL Draft on June 28. The team holds the No. 1 pick and is expected to select Gavin McKenna, a standout winger. With new GM John Chayka at the helm, the pressure is on to make the right choice. Additionally, the Leafs have yet to appoint a head coach despite extensive interviews, leaving the organization without clear leadership as the draft date nears. The hiring process has been prolonged, raising concerns about timing ahead of the draft.
- •Maple Leafs won the No. 1 pick in the NHL Draft lottery.
- •Gavin McKenna is the presumed top choice for the draft.
- •John Chayka is facing pressure to make the right decision.
- •Toronto has yet to hire a head coach ahead of the draft.
- •Hiring process has drawn criticism due to its slow pace.
- 11:45 AMYahoo Sports — Maple Leafs are now on 2 clocks
"Toronto has plenty of things to figure out as the NHL offseason arrives.
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