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Gavin McKenna’s Calder Trophy Hopes | NHL News
Gavin McKenna is lighting up the NHL rookie hype train, with Toronto buzzing about him as the next big thing after Matthews, Marner, and Nylander. Boasting elite creativity, puck skills, and a 51-point freshman NCAA season, McKenna’s confidence at camp signals he’s ready for the pros — much like Fantilli and Celebrini. The Leafs plan to slot him into their top-six on the second line, giving him prime ice time and power-play reps alongside stars. With a shot that can explode when he gets space and a knack for playmaking, McKenna could easily hit 10-15 goals and 55-60 points — putting him…
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