Gavin McKenna has committed to Penn State University and is a top prospect for the 2026 NHL Draft, following a dominant performance in the WHL. In his last season with the Medicine Hat Tigers, he scored 41 goals and 129 points in 56 games, along with 38 points in 16 playoff matches. Several NHL teams, including the Pittsburgh Penguins and San Jose Sharks, are predicted to have chances to secure the top draft position to select McKenna, which has generated excitement similar to Connor Bedard's draft year.
Gavin McKenna committed to Penn State University and is projected to be the first-overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft, after dominating the WHL.
McKenna had an impressive season with the Medicine Hat Tigers, recording 41 goals and 129 points in 56 games and 38 points in 16 playoff games.
Next year's NHL draft lottery is expected to generate excitement similar to Connor Bedard's draft in 2023, with several teams eying McKenna.
Teams like the Pittsburgh Penguins and San Jose Sharks are among those with potential chances to win the draft lottery and select McKenna.
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