Gavin McKenna took note about the criticism regarding his compete level last season and said being in this environment with the Leafs will make it easy for him to show his work ethic. The first overall draft pick admitted that some of the critique was valid and he will use that as motivation to continue to improve.
The day after being drafted first overall by the Maple Leafs, Gavin McKenna took in his first Blue Jays game and also threw out the first pitch. The forward called the moment special and also spoke about being recognized by fans on the street and interacting with them.
Colton Sissons says he's still reeling from losing in the Stanley Cup final with the Golden Knights, but he's excited about the opportunity in Toronto and believes he'll be a great addition up the middle of the ice.
Maple Leafs prospect Tinus Luc Koblar is attending his second development camp with the club, and he met with the media after the on-ice session to discuss the season that was in the SHL, and Norway's bronze medal win at the World Championship.
The Maple Leafs selected Alexander Bilecki in the second round of the 2026 NHL draft, and the smooth-skating d-man for the Kitchener Rangers joined the media for his first development camp with the Leafs to chat about the experience.
Gavin McKenna hasn't had a lot of time to digest the whirlwind week he has had since being drafted by the Maple Leafs. The dynamic forward had a chance to put on the jersey during development camp on Thursday and he spoke about hitting the ice, his reaction to Toronto's moves to kick off free agency and learning from the veterans on the team.
Brandon Duhaime meets with the Toronto media after signing a new three-year deal with the Maple Leafs. He explains why he feels the fit is right and his excitement to be one of the many new pieces they've added recently.
Maple Leafs first overall pick Gavin McKenna spoke about letting newly signed goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky have No. 72 if he wants it. McKenna said he doesn't have a backup number in mind as his other two choices have already been retired.
Nick Paul admits he was a little surprised when he got the call that he was being traded to the Maple Leafs but says he's excited to be returning home, even if he has had his fair share of battles with Toronto.
Jack Roslovic says his interest in joining the Maple Leafs goes back to last year when they were in discussions, but says it's a full circle moment to be joining the club this year.
Mario Ferraro meets with the Winnipeg media after signing a three-year deal with the Jets on Wednesday. He explains why Winnipeg had everything he was looking for and his excitement to be in a Canadian market.
Growing up as a type-1 diabetic in hockey, Zach Olsen drew inspiration from Max Domi. Now, the gritty Saskatoon Blades winger has joined Domi in the Leafs organization. Olsen spoke to TSN about his sandpaper style and experience so far at the team's development camp.
Is Sergei Bobrovsky still an elite goaltender? Is the Darnell Nurse trade a win for the Oilers? Are Edmonton goalies Tristan Jarry and Frederik Andersen a Stanley Cup contending duo? TSN Hockey analyst Frankie Corrado shares his takes in a Free Agent Frenzy edition of Montana's Hot or Not.
The Canadiens have signed forward Ivan Demidov to a eight-year, $73.2 million contract extension that carries a cap hit of $9.15 million. The Jets inked goaltender Stuart Skinner to a two-year, $7.5 million contract, while the Canucks have signed defenceman Jamie Oleksiak to a two-year, $10 million deal and brought back Luke Schenn for a third stint with the club.
The Lightning have signed defenceman John Carlson to a two-year, $17 million deal. The Sharks spent some big money in free agency, inking Mason Marchment to a five-year, $33.75 million contract and defenceman Jacob Trouba to a four-year deal with an AAV of $8.25 million. Vincent Trocheck also found a new home on Wednesday, as the Rangers dealt him to the Mammoth in exchange for defenceman Sean Durzi, forward Cole Beaudoin and a 2027 third-round pick.
The Oilers have traded defenceman Darnell Nurse to the Sharks for fellow blueliners Shakir Mukhamadullin and Zack Sharp. Edmonton also signed 36-year-old goaltender Frederik Andersen to a one-year, $2.8 million deal.
TSN's Ryan Rishaug breaks down a busy Free Agent Frenzy for Oilers general manager Stan Bowman, which included trading Darnell Nurse to the Sharks, as well as signing defenceman Ryan Shea and goaltender Frederik Andersen.
New Sharks defenceman Darnell Nurse said it was time to move on from the Oilers and is excited for a fresh start in San Jose. Nurse shares that the Sharks' exciting young roster led by Macklin Celebrini helped entice him to waive his no-trade clause to complete the trade.
Oilers general manager Stan Bowman explains if he's happy with where the team's forward group and goaltending stands.
Maple Leafs general manger John Chayka discusses Toronto signing Sergei Bobrovsky to a three-year contract on Wednesday, and how the veteran goaltender improves the team.
Maple Leafs general manger John Chayka discusses the depth Toronto added to their forward group on day one of free agency and what Nick Paul, Colton Sissons, Teddy Blueger and Jack Roslovic can bring to the team.
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