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sports9 hours ago•13 min saved

Buffalo to Welcome 2026 NHL Draft as Gavin McKenna Tops Prospects

Buffalo’s KeyBank Center will host the 2026 Upper Deck NHL Draft on June 26-27, with Gavin McKenna, a Penn State freshman and the No. 1 North American skater in Central Scouting’s midterm rankings, poised as a likely first-round pick. The event returns to Buffalo in a decentralized format, and several other top prospects—including Ivar Stenberg, Caleb Malhotra, Tynan Lawrence, and others—are expected to go early in the first round.

via NHL.com|

#buffalo #gavin-mckenna #nhl-draft

sports7 days ago•11 min saved

Sweden Clinches First World Junior Gold Since 2012

Sweden won the 2026 World Junior Championship, ending a 45-year gold drought, with Czechia's Vojtech Cihar earning MVP honors. Canada secured bronze, and standout performances by players like Gavin McKenna and Tomas Chrenko boosted their draft stocks. The tournament showcased international competitiveness and set the stage for the 2027 WJC in Alberta.

via NHL.com|

#czechia #ice-hockey #nhl-draft

sports20 days ago•2 min saved

2026 World Junior Championship: Top Contenders and Key Players to Watch

NHL.com writers predict Canada will win the 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship in Minnesota, marking their first gold since 2023, with Canada, Sweden, and Czechia as top contenders and Gavin McKenna highlighted as the top draft prospect.

via NHL.com|

#2026-predictions #canada #hockey

sports2 months ago•1 min saved

Blackhawks Trade Lukas Reichel to Canucks for 2027 Draft Pick

The Chicago Blackhawks traded forward Lukas Reichel, a former first-round pick, to the Vancouver Canucks in exchange for a fourth-round pick in the 2027 NHL Draft, marking a significant roster move for both teams.

via Bleacher Nation|

#blackhawks #lukas-reichel #nhl-draft

sports2 months ago•5 min saved

Guelph Storm Players Lead 2026 NHL Draft Prospect Watchlist

Gavin McKenna, a top-rated prospect and projected No. 1 pick in the 2026 NHL Draft, has earned an A rating on NHL Central Scouting's preliminary watch list, highlighting his potential as a first-round pick. The list features draft-eligible players from North America and Europe, with McKenna standing out as a highly skilled and intelligent player making an impressive transition to NCAA hockey from the WHL.

via NHL.com|

#gavin-mckenna #hockey-scouting #ncaa-hockey

sports4 months ago•1 min saved

Sharks Acquire Carey Price and Gannon LaRocque in Trade with Canadiens

The San Jose Sharks acquired goaltender Carey Price from the Montreal Canadiens in exchange for defenseman Gannon LaRocque and a 2026 fifth-round draft pick, adding a highly decorated veteran to their roster while trading away a young player with injury history.

via NHL.com|

#carey-price #gannon-larocque #hockey

sports5 months ago•5 min saved

Highlights and Expectations from the 2025 World Junior Summer Showcase

The article covers the second day of the 2025 World Junior Summer Showcase, highlighting key stories such as Matthew Schaefer's return from injury, US prospects Mooney and Koivu's ambitions, and the Bjorck brothers' experience playing together for Sweden, all as part of the efforts to finalize rosters for the 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship.

via NHL.com|

#canada-national-junior-team #finland #nhl-draft

sports6 months ago•2 min saved

Gavin McKenna's Commitment Boosts Penn State and NCAA Hockey Prospects

The Buffalo Sabres, likely to finish near the bottom of the league this season, are positioned to potentially draft Gavin McKenna, a highly-touted young talent from Whitehorse, in the 2026 NHL Draft, which could be a franchise-changing move. Fans may even start rooting against their own team to secure a top pick, reminiscent of past tanking strategies.

via Sabre Noise|

#buffalo-sabres #gavin-mckenna #nhl-draft

sports6 months ago•1 min saved

Oilers Acquire Top Prospect Isaac Howard in Trade with Lightning

Michigan State hockey star Isaac Howard, the 2025 Hobey Baker Award winner, has signed a three-year contract with the Edmonton Oilers after being traded from the Tampa Bay Lightning, choosing to start his professional career instead of returning to college.

via Lansing State Journal|

#college-hockey #edmonton-oilers #isaac-howard

sports6 months ago•2 min saved

Gavin McKenna, Top 2026 NHL Prospect, Chooses Penn State

Gavin McKenna, the projected No. 1 pick of the 2026 NHL draft and a highly celebrated prospect, has committed to Penn State University, marking a significant development in college hockey and benefiting from recent rule changes allowing CHL players to join NCAA teams. McKenna, a talented winger with a remarkable scoring record, received a record NIL offer from Penn State, which also attracted other top recruits, strengthening the program's future prospects.

via ESPN|

#college-hockey #gavin-mckenna #nhl-draft

sports6 months ago•4 min saved

Gavin McKenna, Top 2026 NHL Draft Prospect, Commits to Penn State

Gavin McKenna, a highly touted 17-year-old hockey prospect projected as the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NHL Draft, will announce his NCAA college choice between Michigan State and Penn State on ESPN's 'SportsCenter,' with both schools eager to secure his talent.

via NHL.com|

#college-decision #gavin-mckenna #michigan-state

sports6 months ago•6 min saved

Key Takeaways from Penguins 2025 Development Camp

The Penguins' 2025 development camp showcased several promising prospects, with standout performances from Harrison Brunicke and Will Horcoff, while others like Ben Kindel and Gabriel D’Aigle showed areas for growth. The camp provided valuable insights into the prospects' skills and potential, highlighting a mix of immediate impact players and those needing further development, as the team prepares for the upcoming season.

via Pittsburgh Post-Gazette|

#2025-camp #hockey-prospects #nhl-draft

sports6 months ago•4 min saved

Penguins Prospect Harrison Brunicke Eyes NHL Breakthrough

The Penguins' summer development camp showcased their prospects' skills, with notable performances from first-round picks like Horcoff and others demonstrating the team's focus on building size, compete level, and skill for the future, amidst spirited drills and battles.

via PensBurgh|

#development-camp #hockey #nhl-draft

sports6 months ago•3 min saved

Matthew Schaefer Debuts for Islanders and Honors Mother After First-Overall Draft Pick

Matthew Schaefer, the top pick in the 2025 NHL Draft, made his debut for the New York Islanders in front of a sold-out crowd, marking his return to hockey after recovering from a collarbone injury, and showcased his skating and passing skills in a scrimmage, despite his team losing 4-0.

via NHL.com|

#debut #hockey #islanders

sports6 months ago•2 min saved

Misa Aims to Impress Sharks at Development Camp

Michael Misa, the No. 2 pick in the 2025 NHL Draft, is attending the Sharks' development camp to prove himself and earn a spot in the NHL, learning from former NHL players and aiming to make a strong impression.

via NHL.com|

#development-camp #hockey #michael-misa