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‘Big-time player’ McKenna helps Maple Leafs snap skid

Gavin McKenna is learning what it takes to be a pro, and with that comes the confidence to do things like score game-winners and come through when your team needs it. Luke Fox has the story after the Maple Leafs…

Published: Tuesday, 20 October 2026 at 4:29 AM
‘Big-time player’ McKenna helps Maple Leafs snap skid
Key Things to Know
  • Gavin McKenna scored the game-winning goal to lead the Toronto Maple Leafs past the San Jose Sharks 3-1.
  • Auston Matthews contributed three points with one goal and two assists to overcome an early defensive turnover.
  • Mason Marchment scored the opening goal for San Jose before Toronto responded with three unanswered goals.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Rookie Gavin McKenna scored the decisive third-period goal to lead the Toronto Maple Leafs to a 3-1 comeback victory over the San Jose Sharks on Monday. The teenager received a pass from captain Auston Matthews before scoring his third career NHL goal, helping Toronto snap their recent losing streak.

Matthews recorded a three-point performance with an equalizing goal and two assists, including Nick Paul's late empty-netter. San Jose originally took an early lead through Mason Marchment, but Toronto secured the win supported by goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky and a flawless 4-for-4 penalty kill.

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