Toronto Maple Leafs select Gavin McKenna first overall in NHL Draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 11:18 PM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
The Toronto Maple Leafs chose Gavin McKenna with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft in Buffalo. McKenna, a top prospect, was introduced by NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman and pop icon Justin Bieber, who is a longtime Maple Leafs supporter. This selection is viewed as a crucial step for the Maple Leafs as they aim to bolster their roster for a Stanley Cup run. The draft proceedings continue with other teams making their picks throughout the night.
- •Gavin McKenna is the consensus top prospect in the draft.
- •NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman announced the pick alongside Justin Bieber.
- •The draft is currently ongoing with all 32 teams making selections.
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"The first domino of the 2026 NHL Draft has fallen. The Toronto Maple Leafs selected Gavin McKenna with the No. 1 overall pick Friday night in Buffalo, ushering in a new era for one of hockey’s most storied franchises. NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman welcomed McKenna to the stage alongside pop superstar Justin Bieber, a lifelong…
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