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Gavin McKenna Reacts After Scoring 1st Goal for Maple Leafs

Toronto Maple Leafs prospect Gavin McKenna shared his reaction to scoring his first goal in the National Hockey League.McKenna, the first-overall pick in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft, was held scoreless in his first three career games.
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Wed, October 7, 2026 at 5:57 AM UTC·

Maple Leafs' Gavin McKenna Makes ‘Weekly Sleepover’ Joke After First NHL Goal

The Maple Leafs erased a three-goal deficit against the Predators with 18-year-old rookie Gavin McKenna helping them.

'It Felt Longer': How Maple Leafs' McKenna Survived His First Week Under The Microscope

The first week of Gavin McKenna's NHL career was capped off with an impressive two-point effort against the Nashville Predators. Before his standout performance, the 18-year-old rookie already got the full up-and-down experience of playing hockey in Toronto.

Maple Leafs’ Gavin McKenna Sends Fearless Message Before Golden Knights Game

The Toronto Maple Leafs face the Vegas Golden Knights this Thursday, October 8, at T-Mobile Arena.The Toronto franchise is coming off a 5-4 overtime victory over the Nashville Predators last Tuesday. Before that win, they lost 2-3 to the Ottawa Senators on Saturday, after defeating the New York Islanders 2-1 on September 30 to get […] The post Maple Leafs’ Gavin McKenna Sends Fearless Message Before Golden Knights Game appeared first on HEAVY.

Toronto Maple Leafs Make Surprising Gavin McKenna Decision Before Vegas Game

The Toronto Maple Leafs are shaking up their lines ahead of their game against the Vegas Golden Knights despite a comeback win. The post Toronto Maple Leafs Make Surprising Gavin McKenna Decision Before Vegas Game appeared first on HEAVY.

Maple Leafs Get Gavin McKenna-Mitch Marner Comparison Before Golden Knights Game

The Toronto Maple Leafs face the Vegas Golden Knights this Thursday, October 8, at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.The Toronto franchise has won two of its first four games of the season, defeating the Nashville Predators 5-4 in overtime on Tuesday after losing 2-3 to the Ottawa Senators on Saturday.They started the season with a […] The post Maple Leafs Get Gavin McKenna-Mitch Marner Comparison Before Golden Knights Game appeared first on HEAVY.

The Hockey News Morning Skate: Larkin's Red Wings Return, McKenna Milestones, Marchand's Injury Scare

In this edition of The Hockey News Morning Skate, Eric Cruikshank and Michael Traikos break down Gavin McKenna's two-point effort for the Toronto Maple Leafs, Dylan Larkin's return tot he Detroit Red Wings' lineup, Brad Marchand's injury against the Los Angeles Kings, and more.

Maple Leafs’ Auston Matthews Sends Strong Message on Gavin McKenna Ahead of Vegas

The Toronto Maple Leafs face the Vegas Golden Knights this Thursday, October 8, at T-Mobile Arena, and ahead of the game, some players from the Canadian franchise, including captain Auston Matthews, spoke to the media.Among the things Matthews discussed, he talked about his new teammate, Gavin McKenna, and sent fans a hopeful message about possible […] The post Maple Leafs’ Auston Matthews Sends Strong Message on Gavin McKenna Ahead of Vegas appeared first on HEAVY.

Jim Hiller Reveals What Made Auston Matthews’ Performance So Special

The Toronto Maple Leafs struggled to produce offence during the early stages of the regular season, but Tuesday showed what many were expecting.The Maple Leafs scored only six goals in the first three contests; however, they struck for five in a three-goal comeback against the Nashville Predators on Tuesday at Scotiabank Arena, improving their record […] The post Jim Hiller Reveals What Made Auston Matthews’ Performance So Special appeared first on HEAVY.

Maple Leafs Make Change With Middle-Six Forwards In Preparation For Golden Knights Clash In Vegas

The Toronto Maple Leafs have made a small alteration to their forward group ahead of their first road game of the season against the Vegas Golden Knights.

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Maple Leafs Make Key Lineup Changes Ahead of Vegas Clash

The Maple Leafs are making a few notable lineup changes ahead of their first road test against the Golden Knights in Vegas.

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Oilers’ Evan Bouchard reaches milestone no one has touched since first year of NHL

Evan Bouchard has always been known for his ability to move the puck from the blue line. Four games into the 2026-27 season, the Edmonton Oilers defenseman is putting up the kind of scoring numbers the NHL has not seen from a blueliner in more than a century. Bouchard scored twice and added an assist in Edmonton’s 5-2 win over the Anaheim Ducks on […] The post Oilers’ Evan Bouchard reaches milestone no one has touched since first year of NHL appeared first on ClutchPoints.

BetMGM: Updated Stanley Cup Odds Have Florida Panthers, Toronto Maple Leafs, Washington Capitals And New York Rangers As Early Favorites

Despite injuries to two of its key forwards, Florida is the overwhelming favorite to win the Stanley Cup. But can the Leafs, Capitals and Rangers spoil the Panthers' bid for a third championship in four years?

'Really Happy For Him': Maple Leafs' Auston Matthews And John Tavares Reflect On Mitch Marner's Playoff Success With Golden Knights

With the Toronto Maple Leafs facing Mitch Marner again, his longtime former teammates reflect on his strong playoff campaign with the Vegas Golden Knights last season.

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Oilers’ Connor McDavid Starts NHL Season in Record-Setting Fashion

Even Connor McDavid, amid all his greatness as the best hockey player on the planet, hasn’t started a season like this before. Since the turn of the century, no NHL player has gotten off to the blistering start that the Edmonton Oilers’ captain is currently on. McDavid has 12 points through four games, which is […] The post Oilers’ Connor McDavid Starts NHL Season in Record-Setting Fashion appeared first on HEAVY.

Maple Leafs Issued Goalie Warning Before Golden Knights Game

The Toronto Maple Leafs have received a warning regarding their goaltending ahead of Thursday’s game against the Vegas Golden Knights on October 8. The Toronto franchise will visit T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas for its fifth game of the 2026-2027 NHL season. The Maple Leafs have four points, with two wins and two losses in […] The post Maple Leafs Issued Goalie Warning Before Golden Knights Game appeared first on HEAVY.

Nashville Predators Stock Exchange After Overtime Loss to Toronto Maple Leafs

The Predators squandered a three-goal lead in their first road game of the 2026-27 season.

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Connor McDavid Reveals True Feelings on Alex Ovechkin After Retirement News

Connor McDavid reflected on Alex Ovechkin’s retirement news and revealed his favorite NHL player growing up.

Maple Leafs Top Six Can't Find Chemistry, Spoils Sergei Bobrovsky's Big Performance In Loss To Golden Knights

Despite a heroic 40-save clinic from Sergei Bobrovsky, the Maple Leafs threw away a three-goal cushion in Vegas as Jim Hiller’s scrambled top six and disjointed forward lines failed to find any rhythm.

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What's working and what isn't for the Nashville Predators through 3 games

The Nashville Predators have a win, a loss, and an overtime loss through three games. Here's what we've learned so far.

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