Overview
- In late July McKenna said he spent part of the offseason training in Vancouver with San Jose star Macklin Celebrini and described a week with about 17 hours on the ice.
- He put on a Maple Leafs uniform at development camp this week wearing No. 92 and was observed switching equipment sponsorship from CCM to Bauer after signing a three-year entry-level contract.
- Prospects at the NHLPA Rookie Showcase and early betting odds have named McKenna an early favorite for the Calder Trophy as he transitions from Penn State to the NHL.
- Connor McDavid praised McKenna’s apparent readiness, a comment that drew criticism from Toronto media figures who warned that the city’s intense coverage will be a separate test.
- Toronto projects McKenna will compete for an NHL roster spot when training camp opens in the fall and his summer choices could influence his on-ice role and commercial opportunities.