Flyers Among Favorites to Land Gavin McKenna in 2026 NHL Draft

Philadelphia Flyers

Jonathan Bailey

Jul 13, 2025

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Earlier this week, projected 2026 first-overall pick Gavin McKenna committed to Penn State University. He is undoubtedly a massive pickup for the school, as he dominated the Western Hockey League (WHL) over the last few seasons. This past campaign with the Medicine Hat Tigers was his best, though, as he had 41 goals and 129 points in 56 regular-season games and 38 points in 16 playoff games.

thehockeynews.comFive NHL Teams Who Could Land Gavin McKenna In The 2026 NHL DraftEarlier this week, projected 2026 first-overall pick Gavin McKenna committed to Penn State University. He is undoubtedly a massive pickup for the school, as he dominated the Western Hockey League (WHL) over the last few seasons. This past campaign with the Medicine Hat Tigers was his best, though, as he had 41 goals and 129 points in 56 regular-season games and 38 points in 16 playoff games. 

Despite all the additions and changes they made this summer, the Flyers are still among the favorites to land prized prospect Gavin McKenna in the 2026 NHL Draft.

We're talking down in the cellar with the likes of Chicago and San Jose.

A more complete explanation in the article above, but it seems everyone has the same concerns about the Flyers these days.