Top draft pick Gavin McKenna picks up first NHL goal, assist for Toronto against Predators

TRENDINGDodgers vs. Braves updatesWeek 5 Waiver WireNFL Power RankingsGauff decries racist postsMessi's Argentina finaleStory byStory byTop draft pick Gavin McKenna picks up first NHL goal, assist for Toronto against PredatorsAssociated PressWed, October 7, 2026 at 1:03 AM UTC·1 min readAbout Our AdsRecommended StoriesMaple Leafs’ Jim Hiller Offers Blunt Impression of Gavin McKennaFollowing their first year of missing the Stanley Cup Playoffs in a decade, the Toronto Maple Leafs won the NHL Draft Lottery and the rights to select forward Gavin McKenna with the first overall selection.Coincidentally, the last time the Maple Leafs won the Draft Lottery was 2016; they used the first overall pick on future […] The post Maple Leafs’ Jim Hiller Offers Blunt Impression of Gavin McKenna appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVY'In Toronto Media, You Hear About It': Maple Leafs’ Gavin McKenna Eyes First NHL PointStill searching for his first NHL point through three games, Maple Leafs rookie Gavin McKenna is already learning that in Toronto’s relentless media spotlight, “you hear about it”The Hockey News - Toronto Maple LeafsMaple Leafs Star Makes Honest Comments About Gavin McKennaToronto Maple Leafs 2026 first overall pick, Gavin McKenna had strong expectations heading into the 2026-27 season. Through the rookies’ first three games he has yet to produce a point and is statistically the worst forward on the team. The Maple Leafs find themselves with a 1-2-0 record to begin the regular season and have […] The post Maple Leafs Star Makes Honest Comments About Gavin McKenna appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYAdvertisementAdvertisementGavin McKenna just got a rude awakening from Toronto fans and mediaThe rookie just realized that life in Toronto comes with a level of scrutiny unlike anywhere else.HockeyFeedMaple Leafs’ Gavin McKenna Praised by Jim Hiller & John TavaresToronto Maple Leafs prospect Gavin McKenna was praised by head coach Jim Hiller and alternate captain John Tavares. McKenna, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft, is three games into his rookie season. Though he has been held off the scoresheet to this point, he is getting his feet wet in […] The post Maple Leafs’ Gavin McKenna Praised by Jim Hiller & John Tavares appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYMaple Leafs’ Gavin McKenna faces early criticism over practice absencesGavin McKenna’s early practice absences in Toronto raise eyebrows.The Big Lead'That Line Could Do It Better': How Maple Leafs Coach Jim Hiller Thinks Second Line Can Improve, Players On What's Gone WrongThe Toronto Maple Leafs' second line has room to improve considering the personnel. Here's what head coach Jim Hiller believes the line needs to do better, and what John Tavares and William Nylander think the trio can improve on.The Hockey News - Toronto Maple LeafsMaple Leafs Fans Starting to Question A Troubling Trend With Gavin McKennaGavin McKenna’s rookie season in Toronto is off to a rocky start, and it’s not just his personal production that is drawing attention. The 18-year-old has missed multiple optional morning skates in less than a week, and the pattern is raising eyebrows among Maple Leafs fans, the media, and hosts like Sid Seixeiro. Gavin McKenna […] The post Maple Leafs Fans Starting to Question A Troubling Trend With Gavin McKenna appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYSteven Stamkos Sends Strong Message to Maple Leafs RookieThe Toronto Maple Leafs are set to face off against Steven Stamkos and the Nashville Predators on Tuesday, with top prospect Gavin McKenna looking to find the back of the net for the first time in his career.Stamkos spoke to the media ahead of puck drop on Tuesday and touched on the pressure a first […] The post Steven Stamkos Sends Strong Message to Maple Leafs Rookie appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYReport: The Explanation For Why Gavin McKenna Skipped Optional Skate Ahead Of NHL DebutThe Toronto Maple Leafs are reportedly managing 18-year-old Gavin McKenna, refraining him from enduring a heavy workload as he goes throught the start of his NHL career.The Hockey News - Toronto Maple LeafsCanucks’ Gavin McKenna Miss Gets Brutal Post-Script NewsThe Vancouver Canucks did everything they could last season to end up with Gavin McKenna. The NHL Draft Lottery, though, wasn’t on their side. It gave the Toronto Maple Leafs the No. 1 pick, and even the San Jose Sharks the No. 2 selection. The Canucks had to settle for No. 3, where they took […] The post Canucks’ Gavin McKenna Miss Gets Brutal Post-Script News appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYThree Things To Watch in Tonight's Predators at Maple Leafs MatchupThe Nashville Predators begin a three-game Canadian road trip against the Toronto Maple Leafs.Nashville Predators On SIThis Week In Happy Valley: Slow StartsMcKenna was held off the scoresheet in his first three gamesSB NationAuston Matthews Sets New Standard As Maple Leafs Captain, Leading Optional Skill Session Amid Slow StartAuston Matthews took the ice for a skills session the morning after a tough loss, setting a standard for a Maple Leafs team whose top line is dominating the ice while waiting for the bounces to follow.The Hockey News - Toronto Maple LeafsNashville Predators, Toronto Maple Leafs tied 4-4, live updates, how to watchThe Nashville Predators visit the Toronto Maple Leafs at Scotiabank Arena on Oct. 6. Follow for live updates.The Tennessean'It Was His Turn': Anthony Stolarz Is Starting Against Predators, The Maple Leafs' Road 'Plan' For Goaltending RotationToronto Maple Leafs goaltender Anthony Stolarz will start against the Nashville Predators. With that, head coach Jim Hiller reveals he has a "plan" for his goaltending rotation.The Hockey News - Toronto Maple LeafsMaple Leafs Star Makes Shocking Comments After Saturday’s LossThe Toronto Maple Leafs lost a tight disappointing contest on Saturday night 3-2 against the Ottawa Senators. With the loss, the Maple Leafs fall to 1-2-0 in the early portion of the regular season.Maple Leafs superstar Kirill Marchenko scored his first goal of the season in the loss. Marchenko spoke to reporters postgame on Saturday […] The post Maple Leafs Star Makes Shocking Comments After Saturday’s Loss appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYUnder The Hood: Shot Generation vs. Finishing Woes for The Maple Leafs’ Auston Matthews-Kirill Marchenko DuoAuston Matthews and Kirill Marchenko have a goal a piece through three games, but the numbers show they should have more.The Hockey News - Toronto Maple LeafsMaple Leafs Head Coach Announces Starting Goalie Ahead of Matchup vs. PredatorsOne of the NHL games slated for tonight is the Maple Leafs vs. Predators. Jim Hiller confirmed who will be the Leafs' starting goalie. The post Maple Leafs Head Coach Announces Starting Goalie Ahead of Matchup vs. Predators appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYFormer Blue Jackets Star Scores First Goal With Maple LeafsMarchenko has his first goal as a Leaf.The Hockey News - Columbus Blue Jackets