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Buffalo to Host 2026 NHL Draft; Top Prospect McKenna Shines

1/12/2026

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The National Hockey League has chosen Buffalo, New York, to host 2026 NHL Draft on June 26-27 at KeyBank Center.
NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman will announce the decision at a press conference before a game against the Florida Panthers.
Gavin McKenna, a Canadian world junior championships standout, is regarded as a generational talent and top prospect.
He plays for Penn State and helped Canada win bronze at the world juniors.

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The National Hockey League has chosen Buffalo, New York, to host 2026 NHL Draft on June 26-27 at KeyBank Center.
NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman will announce the decision at a press conference before a game against the Florida Panthers.
Gavin McKenna, a Canadian world junior championships standout, is regarded as a generational talent and top prospect.
He plays for Penn State and helped Canada win bronze at the world juniors.