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Historic Picks and Heartfelt Moments
Gavin McKenna shattered records as the first overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft by the Toronto Maple Leafs, becoming the highest-drafted player from Yukon and the third in franchise history to go No. 1. Meanwhile, the Penguins drafted twin brothers Liam and Markus Ruck, fulfilling a lifelong dream and joining the rare club of sibling draft picks by the same team. Carson Carels, selected sixth by Calgary, celebrated with his family on their Manitoba farm, where Hockey Hall of Famer Lanny McDonald announced his pick. Sweden dominated the first round with seven players chosen, including Ivar…
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