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McKenna vs. Stenberg: Draft's No. 1 Pick in a Photo Finish
23 Jun
Summary
- Gavin McKenna is projected as the No. 1 pick in the upcoming NHL Draft.
- TSN's final ranking shows McKenna barely ahead of Ivar Stenberg for the top spot.
- The Toronto Maple Leafs hold the first overall pick and will make the decision.
The upcoming NHL Draft is set for Friday night, with the Toronto Maple Leafs holding the highly anticipated No. 1 overall pick. Speculation is high that Canadian winger Gavin McKenna will be selected. McKenna has been considered a top prospect for several years, having excelled in both the WHL with the Medicine Hat Tigers and with Penn State in the NCAA.
TSN's final draft ranking released this week indicates a very close race for the top spot. McKenna has earned the No. 1 position, but only by the narrowest of margins over Sweden's Ivar Stenberg. This close call is particularly notable as both players are left wingers, positioning them for direct comparison over their careers.
According to TSN's Director of Scouting Craig Button, McKenna possesses the crucial "it" factor desired in a No. 1 draft pick. While McKenna appears to have the slight edge, the final decision rests with the Maple Leafs, and the exact pick will not be confirmed until the draft commencement on Friday night.
