Gavin McKenna's early NHL metrics reveal a tough adjustment
Gavin McKenna, the No. 1 pick, has yet to record a point in three games with Toronto while posting poor possession and expected-goals numbers. The 18-year-old has been used in a top-six role alongside John Tavares and William Nylander, and the Maple Leafs have lost two of their first three contests. His slow start comes with the caveat of a very small sample and difficult minutes against NHL competition.
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McKenna, the No. 1 pick, was immediately used in Toronto’s top six with John Tavares and William Nylander. In three games he has no points, one shot and two giveaways in his debut, and a minus-2 rating. His five-on-five expected-goals share is last on Toronto
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