# Leafs Select McKenna First Overall

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Podcast: [Los Angeles News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/los-angeles-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7458113)
Published: 2026-06-27T00:40:15+00:00
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## Resource

The Toronto Maple Leafs stunned the NHL world by selecting 18-year-old phenom Gavin McKenna with the top pick in the draft, as fans roared and pop star Justin Bieber announced the choice. McKenna, a scoring machine from Whitehorse, Yukon, joins a storied franchise after a stellar junior and college career, becoming the fifth NCAA player ever taken first overall. Emotionally overwhelmed, he credited his family for his journey. With the Leafs rebuilding and GM confidence high, McKenna’s selection signals a bold, unified vision. While the draft lacked elite forwards at the top, it brimmed with elite defensemen, as San Jose, Vancouver, Buffalo, and the Rangers rounded out the top five. McKenna’s arrival marks a pivotal moment — a future cornerstone for a franchise hungry for glory. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/782389ccf740f64f

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