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Penn State's Gavin McKenna, left, answers a question during a post-game press conference following a Big Ten hockey game against Michigan State at Beaver Stadium on January 31, 2026, in State College.

The strongest argument for the Maple Leafs drafting Gavin McKenna

Nestor Quixtan

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May 9, 2026

Passing on Gavin McKenna could haunt the Maple Leafs forever

Mateya Steblaj-Wood

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May 7, 2026

Now is the perfect time for a Maple Leafs rebuild

Nestor Quixtan

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May 7, 2026

John Chayka must ignore pressure surrounding Auston Matthews after winning Draft Lottery

Nicholas Giannone

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May 7, 2026

Oct 10, 2025; University Park, PA, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions forward Gavin McKenna (72) warms up for game against the Clarkson Golden Knights at Pegula Ice Arena. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images

The Maple Leafs should seriously consider trading the No. 1 pick

Mitchell Hartman

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May 6, 2026

Oct 4, 2025; Tempe, AZ, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions forward Gavin McKenna (72) warms up before the game against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mullett Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

Draft analyst says Maple Leafs shouldn’t take Gavin McKenna No. 1 overall

Thomas Williams

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May 6, 2026

Dec 15, 2015; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Mike Babcock yells instruction to his players during a timeout as assistant coach Jim Hiller and assistant coach D.J. Smith look on against the Tampa Bay Lightning at Air Canada Centre. The Lightning beat the Maple Leafs 5-4. Mandatory Credit: Tom Szczerbowski-Imagn Images

What the Maple Leafs looked like before their last No. 1 pick

Krishna Bhagnathsingh

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May 6, 2026

Oct 4, 2025; Tempe, AZ, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions forward Gavin McKenna (72) warms up before the game against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mullett Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

What John Chayka just said about Gavin McKenna will get Leafs fans talking

Thomas Williams

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May 6, 2026

May 4, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CANADA; Toronto Maple Leafs new senior executive advisor Mats Sundin (l) and general manager John Chayka pose for picture after an introductory news conference at Real Sports Bar and Grill. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

Hockey world reacts to Maple Leafs winning 2026 NHL Draft Lottery

Thomas Williams

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May 6, 2026

May 4, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CANADA; Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment CEO Keith Pelley holds a team jersey between Toronto Maple Leafs general manager John Chayka (right) and senior executive advisor Mats Sundin during an introductory news conference at Real Sports Bar and Grill. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

Maple Leafs' Draft Lottery miracle turns lost season into new hope

Jeremy Franks

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May 5, 2026

Oct 4, 2025; Tempe, AZ, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions forward Gavin McKenna (72) skates against the Arizona State Sun Devils during the second period at Mullett Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

The Maple Leafs have the No. 1 pick — but who should they take?

Nicholas Giannone

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May 5, 2026

Oct 10, 2025; University Park, PA, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions forward Gavin McKenna (72) skates against the Clarkson Golden Knights during the second period at Pegula Ice Arena. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images

Maple Leafs winning Draft Lottery opens the door to blockbuster trades

Stephen Nixon

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May 5, 2026

May 4, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CANADA; Toronto Maple Leafs general manager John Chayka speaks to the media during an introductory news conference at Real Sports Bar and Grill. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

John Chayka’s reaction to Maple Leafs’ Draft Lottery win says it all

Thomas Williams

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May 5, 2026

May 4, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CANADA; Maple Leafs Sports and Entertainment CEO Keith Pelley answers media questions between Toronto Maple Leafs general manager John Chayka (left) and senior executive advisor Mats Sundin during an introductory news conference at Real Sports Bar and Grill. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

Maple Leafs stun hockey world by winning 2026 NHL Draft Lottery

Nestor Quixtan

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May 5, 2026

Jun 27, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; The draft board is seen following the first round of the 2025 NHL Draft at Peacock Theater. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Maple Leafs have concerning odds entering the NHL Draft Lottery

Edward Eng

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May 5, 2026

Jun 28, 2024; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Ben Danford is selected by the Toronto Maple Leafs with the 31st overall pick in the first round of the 2024 NHL Draft at The Sphere. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

This NHL Mock Draft just gave Maple Leafs fans their dream scenario

Thomas Williams

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May 3, 2026

June 23, 2017; Chicago, IL, USA; Timothy Liljegren (right) speaks with head coach Mike Babcock after being selected as the number seventeen overall pick to the Toronto Maple Leafs in the first round of the 2017 NHL Draft at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

The Maple Leafs’ draft failures are catching up to them in a big way

Nestor Quixtan

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May 3, 2026

Jan 31, 2026; State College, PA, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions forward Gavin McKenna (72) before the game against the Michigan State Spartans at Beaver Stadium. Mandatory Credit: James Lang-Imagn Images

Maple Leafs desperately need to keep 1st-round pick for crucial reason

Nestor Quixtan

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Apr 20, 2026

Apr 13, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs center John Tavares (91) scores a goal and celebrates with left wing Matthew Knies (23) against the Dallas Stars during the first period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images

Maple Leafs’ final draft lottery odds revealed with huge implications

Thomas Williams

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Apr 16, 2026

Oct 4, 2025; Tempe, AZ, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions forward Gavin McKenna (72) warms up before the game against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mullett Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

Maple Leafs’ skid could land them a generational talent in the 2026 NHL Draft

Nicholas Giannone

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Apr 13, 2026

Jun 28, 2024; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Ben Danford is selected by the Toronto Maple Leafs with the 31st overall pick in the first round of the 2024 NHL Draft at The Sphere. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

Maple Leafs cannot afford to win another hockey game this year

Stephen Nixon

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Apr 8, 2026

2025 NHL Draft

Checking in on the Leafs' 2025 NHL Draft class

Krishna Bhagnathsingh

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Nov 3, 2025

Mar 27, 2022; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Florida Panthers forward Carter Verhaeghe (23) tries to get around Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Timothy Liljegren (37) at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

Maple Leafs' best draft pick no one talks about

Nestor Quixtan

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Jul 23, 2025

The Maple Leafs could have picked Patrik Laine over Auston Matthews in 2016, given how highly touted Laine was at the time.

What if Maple Leafs drafted Laine instead of Matthews?

Nestor Quixtan

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Jul 22, 2025

2011 NHL Entry Draft - Portraits

5 worst draft picks in Toronto Maple Leafs history

Thomas Williams

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Jul 21, 2025

Miroslav Holinka at Edmonton Oil Kings v Brandon Wheat Kings

Maple Leafs hope newly signed right-handed center prospect can turn pro

Nathan Bondy

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Jul 16, 2025

Connor McDavid OHL Top Prospects Game

Leafs' 2025 5th-round pick is already most underrated prospect

Gordon Munro

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Jul 9, 2025

Kingston Frontenacs v Ottawa 67's

Toronto has another childhood Maple Leafs fan in organization

Thomas Williams

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Jul 7, 2025

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