Gavin McKenna is an 18-year-old, highly skilled winger whose junior dominance continues in college but whose consistency and impact versus top NCAA competition remain in question.
The impact Gavin McKenna is already having on college hockey is scary
Gavin McKenna immediately became a dominant Penn State player, scoring and assisting while drawing heavy NHL scout attention as a top 2026 draft prospect.
Top NHL prospect Gavin McKenna charged with assault
Penn State forward Gavin McKenna, top NHL draft prospect, was charged with first-degree aggravated assault, misdemeanor assault, and disorderly conduct and is awaiting a hearing.
Penn State hockey team to reportedly play outdoor game against Michigan State at 106k-seat Beaver Stadium
Penn State hockey is preparing an outdoor game against Michigan State at Beaver Stadium that could challenge North America's outdoor hockey attendance record.
Can Penn State hockey add top NHL prospects Porter Martone, Michael Misa?
"(The roster) is always fluid because of eligibility, injuries, et cetera. So I don't think it's fair to ever say, always, you know, we are absolutely done or we're not done, I think, because there's too many factors that can happen."