Maple Leafs make forward Gavin McKenna first pick of NHL draft
The Toronto Maple Leafs selected Gavin McKenna as the first overall pick in the NHL draft. The event, held in Buffalo, featured a surprise announcement by Justin Bieber and marked a new chapter for the franchise following a difficult season.
Why it matters
The NHL draft is a pivotal event for professional sports franchises looking to rebuild their rosters with elite young talent.
The Toronto Maple Leafs drafted the slick Whitehorse-born winger with the No. 1 pick on Friday night in Buffalo, N.Y. The pick was announced by Canadian pop icon and Maple Leafs fan Justin Bieber.
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