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2026 NHL Mock Draft Shock: Gavin McKenna Tops Corey Pronman’s List—But Can He Live Up to the Hype?

2026 NHL Mock Draft Shock: Gavin McKenna Tops Corey Pronman’s List—But Can He Live Up to the Hype?

When we dive into the 2026 NHL Draft, the landscape looks… well, a bit different than last year. Unlike the 2025 class that was packed with standout centers near the top, this batch leans heavily towards wingers—with three of the top four forwards fitting that mold. The centers? Smaller guys, no doubt, which raises some eyebrows given the premium placed on size and strength these days. I gotta say, though, there’s a certain buzz in the air about this year’s top-tier talent — maybe even a tad more excitement than what we saw sitting at the same point in 2025. But, you know me, I can’t ignore the elephant in the room: the lack of clear-cut elite players at those coveted positions does give me pause. Sitting atop the board is Gavin McKenna, a name familiar from the Canadian World Junior squad — a rock-solid No. 1 pick in my eyes. He reminds me somewhat of Matthew Schaefer—a prospect with serious upside. Oh, and just so you know, this mock draft order leans on the 2025-26 season betting lines. Expect 31 picks in round one, though the Ottawa Senators sit this out — thanks to that whole Evgenii Dadonov trade fallout. Intrigued? I sure am. LEARN MORE

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