# Toronto Maple Leafs acquire Gavin McKenna

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/toronto-maple-leafs-acquire-gavin-mckenna
> Updated: 2026-07-30T23:19:38.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

In July 2026 the Toronto Maple Leafs secured forward Gavin McKenna in two steps. On July 30, the team won the NHL Draft Lottery and selected the 18‑year‑old McKenna with the first‑overall pick, with the player praising the organization’s winning culture and expressing excitement about playing alongside veterans such as Auston Matthews. The selection prompted comments from other NHL figures, including Oilers captain Connor McDavid, who noted the media pressure McKenna would face in Toronto. A few days later, on July 4, the Leafs signed McKenna to an entry‑level contract, formalising his move to the organization and completing the transition from draft pick to contracted prospect.

## Timeline

### 2026-07-30: Gavin McKenna drafted first overall by Toronto Maple Leafs

The Toronto Maple Leafs won the 2026 NHL Draft Lottery, picking 18‑year‑old forward Gavin McKenna first overall; McKenna praised joining a contender, while Connor McDavid’s supportive remarks drew criticismจากส

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/gavin-mckenna-drafted-first-overall-by-toronto-maple-leafs

### 2026-07-04: Toronto Maple Leafs sign top prospect Gavin McKenna to entry-level contract

Toronto Maple Leafs signed 2026 first‑overall pick Gavin McKenna to a three‑year, up‑to‑$4.575 million per‑year entry‑level contract, assigning him jersey 92 and ending his Penn State tenure.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/toronto-maple-leafs-sign-top-prospect-gavin-mckenna-to-entry-level-contract

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