Maple Leafs’ Gavin McKenna backed to deliver Matvei Michkov-like rookie season

Toronto Maple Leafs’ top pick Kevin McKenna is expected to join Auston Matthews. He is anticipated to fill the void left by Mitch Marner’s departure. Analysts project McKenna’s rookie season to rival Matvei Michkov’s impressive debut. McKenna signed a three-year entry-level contract with the club. His arrival and new coach offer optimism for the upcoming season.