https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/meltzer-s-mock-draft-2026-first-roundContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/meltzer-s-mock-draft-2026-first-roundhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/meltzer-s-mock-draft-2026-first-round#u19985Wed, 01 Jul 2026 09:56:04 +0000The Toronto Maple Leafs hold the first overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft. Gavin McKenna is widely projected as the first selection, followed by Chase Reid and Ivar Stenberg. Other activity includes the Buffalo Sabres moving to the fourth spot via a trade with the Chicago Blackhawks.What's confirmed:The Toronto Maple Leafs possess the first overall pick in the NHL draft.Gavin McKenna is the projected first overall pick.The Buffalo Sabres moved to the fourth pick by sending Byram to the Chicago Blackhawks.Still unconfirmed:Toronto will select Gavin McKenna at number one.San Jose will take Chase