https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/mock-2026-nhl-draft-1st-round-predictions-after-trade-frenzyContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/mock-2026-nhl-draft-1st-round-predictions-after-trade-frenzyhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/mock-2026-nhl-draft-1st-round-predictions-after-trade-frenzy#u17836Mon, 29 Jun 2026 21:46:20 +0000Draft projections place Gavin McKenna as the top selection for the Toronto Maple Leafs. Recent trade activity has shifted the first-round order, including the Sabres moving to the No. 4 spot. Analysts are focusing on a potential run of defensemen early in the first round.What's confirmed:Gavin McKenna is projected as the No. 1 overall pick for the Toronto Maple Leafs.The Buffalo Sabres moved to the No. 4 pick by sending Byram to the Chicago Blackhawks.Still unconfirmed:The Ottawa Senators selected Jaxon Cover from the London Knights.