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Leafs' Future Stars Rise Fast | NHL News
The Toronto Maple Leafs are banking on a young gunslinger to lead their charge: 18-year-old Gavin McKenna, their top 2026 draft pick, is poised to leap into the NHL this season alongside Auston Matthews. Already showing elite instincts and adaptability after a breakout sophomore year at Penn State, McKenna’s raw talent has GM John Chayka buzzing. Meanwhile, goalie Artur Akhtyamov — a 24-year-old AHL MVP who just led the Marlies to a championship — could be the next big name in net, drawing comparisons to Ilya Sorokin. Defenseman Ben Danford (20), also part of the Marlies’ title run, aims for…
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