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Toronto Maple Leafs hold No. 1 pick in NHL draft in Buffalo

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 4:44 PM

Last updated Jun 25, 2026

Toronto Maple Leafs hold No. 1 pick in NHL draft in Buffalo

Summary

The NHL draft takes place this weekend in Buffalo, New York, beginning with the first round on Friday night. The Toronto Maple Leafs have secured the No. 1 pick after winning the draft lottery. They are set to choose among top prospects including Gavin McKenna, who is expected to be selected first. Other contenders for the top pick include Ivar Stenberg and Chase Reid. The San Jose Sharks will pick second, followed by Vancouver, Buffalo, and the New York Rangers.

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By the Numbers

•The NHL draft is scheduled for this weekend in Buffalo.
•Toronto Maple Leafs won the draft lottery for the top pick.
•Gavin McKenna is projected to be the No. 1 overall selection.
•San Jose Sharks will select second, with Vancouver third.
•Draft prospects include Ivar Stenberg and Chase Reid.

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4:44 PMYahoo Sports — The Toronto Maple Leafs have the top pick in the NHL draft. Who will they choose?

What they're saying

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The two-day NHL draft will be held in Buffalo, New York, starting with the first round on Friday night. The Toronto Maple Leafs have the No. 1 pick after winning the draft lottery. The San Jose Sharks are scheduled to pick second for the second straight year, followed by Vancouver, Buffalo and the New York Rangers.
— Yahoo Sportsby The Associated Press

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