Maple Leafs fans will have to wait a little longer to see Gavin McKenna in game action, as the 2026 first overall pick will not play in this weekend's prospect challenge in Gatineau. Instead, the highly-touted winger will gear up for Toronto's main camp and continue to build chemistry with Auston Matthews. TSN's Mark Masters has more.
Watch as Auston Matthews gears up for Maple Leafs training camp by taking part in a skills session with old friend and new teammate Jack Roslovic, who he played with in the U.S. National Team Development Program.
Maple Leafs first overall pick Gavin McKenna was not a hard man to find during Friday's rookie camp as he was one of the clear standouts. TSN's Mark Masters has more on how the rookie has already been building chemistry with team captain Auston Matthews.
Gavin McKenna has become the latest Maple Leafs rookie to crash in the Tavares household and the young Leafs forward has already been reaping the benefits of being taken under the wing of one of the most professional players in the sport. McKenna has also had the opportunity to soak in some sound advice from team captain Auston Matthews over dinner.
Gavin McKenna will not travel with the Leafs rookies for the four-team NHL Prospect Challenge this weekend in Quebec. Marlies head coach Steve Sullivan explained the decision and McKenna touched on his whirlwind summer and some of the quality skates he has already had with some of the best players in the NHL.
Prospect Ben Danford is coming off a season where he helped the Marlies lift the Calder Cup and his next goal is to crack the Maple Leafs lineup. The defenceman wants to use the rookie tournament to put himself in the best possible position to make the team.
With Michael Hage, Alexander Zharovsky, and this year's first-round pick Gleb Pugachyov absent from rookie camp, the spotlight shined on the strength and size the Canadiens have in their system. TSN's Kenzie Lalonde has more on how prospects Tyler Thorpe and Owen Protz plan to make their mark in Montreal.
Canadiens prospects Owen Protz and Luke Mittelstadt discuss their mindset at rookie camp, and the opportunity to make an impression.
Tyler Thorpe, who stands 6'5, is hoping to eventually bring some much-needed size to the Canadiens, and explains how he wants to emulate how Josh Anderson and Tom Wilson play at the NHL level. Thorpe shares how he feels like a veteran at rookie camp, why working on his skating is his focus this season, and more.
The National Hockey League is rich in talent when it comes to defencemen and as we prepare for the new season, TSN Hockey analyst Cameron Gaunce lists his top five d-men in The Talking Point.
Will Connor McDavid make it 10 straight years at No. 1? How high will Macklin Celebrini rise? Who will be the top defenceman? These questions and more will be answered when TSN's Top 50 NHL players are revealed next week.
For the second straight day at the Oilers' pre training camp captains skate, Leon Draisaitl was on a line with Connor McDavid and Vasily Podkolzin. TSN Oilers reporter Ryan Rishaug explains what it means for Edmonton if this line sees extended playing time together in the upcoming season, and how it could benefit the Oilers' other forwards.
ESPN's Scott Van Pelt looks back on the life and legacy of Barry Melrose after he passed away on Wednesday.
The goaltending position has been a sore spot for the Oilers over the last few seasons but heading into the new campaign, Leon Draisaitl expressed his confidence with the three goalies Edmonton will be relying on.
Leon Draisaitl explained how important it is for the Oilers to establish consistency throughout the season and sustain their elevated play in order to put themselves in a great position for the playoffs. The forward also touched on how Mike Babcock has been communicating with the team and his expectation that lines will once again be fluid this season.
Flames general manager Craig Conroy discusses expectations for the year and why he's really excited to see the growth of their younger team.
Jonathan Huberdeau says he's pain free after major hip surgery but still won't be ready for the Flames' season opener. Craig Conroy says they don't have a hard timeline but they plan to play it safe.
New Flame Simon Nemec discusses his early impressions of Calgary as he settles into his new surroundings. He's looking to capitalize on more ice-time and opportunity, as the Flames look to push their offence this year.
With TSN's Top 50 list on the horizon, TSN's Hockey analyst Marty Biron gives his top 5 goalies for the 2026-2027 season.
The Laval Rocket coaching staff discussed some of the Canadiens prospects and their belief that defenceman David Reinbacher is knocking on the door to make the next step in his young career.
Michigan defenceman Landon DuPont joined Gino Reda to talk about what goes through his mind when he hears he is the top prospect ahead of next year's NHL Draft, the influence playing in Europe had on him, being compared to Cale Makar, his decision to play in the NCAA and more.
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