Gavin McKenna's family and friends are still in town and the No. 1 overall pick is hoping to deliver 'something' for them before they head back to Whitehorse. McKenna spoke about what playing in front of his family means, including his grandfather, who was present to watch him play on Truth and Reconciliation day, and what it will be like to play against fellow Whitehorse native and Sens forward Dylan Cozens on Saturday.

Maple Leafs head coach Jim Hiller shared what he's seen from the struggling second line so far and explains why William Nylander didn't see the ice after the shorthanded goal scored by the Islanders. Hiller also discussed how he plans to manage Easton Cowan's minutes after a strong start to his sophomore season.

Gavin McKenna explains that he skipped Tuesday's morning skate for recovery purposes to help preserve his body for his first back-to-back in the NHL.

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Maple Leafs general manager John Chayka and head coach Jim Hiller discuss how Auston Matthews looked in camp, and Matthews says he "feels good" heading into Toronto's season opener against the Montreal Canadiens on Tuesday.

Gavin McKenna shares his excitement to make his NHL debut Tuesday night when the Toronto Maple Leafs host the Montreal Canadiens in their season opener, and outlines what a successful rookie season will look like for him.

Maple Leafs general manager John Chayka defends Matthew Knies' camp despite all the trade talk that surrounds him heading into the season, and discusses looking forward to getting the season underway and having the trade rumours go away.

After going -1 in his first preseason game, Gavin McKenna picked up an assist was was a +3 in his second game. Learning on the fly, McKenna says he is becoming more comfortable, and it hasn't been lost on his teammates who see the first overall pick gaining more confidence each day.

In their preseason finale, first overall pick Gavin McKenna saw some ice-time alongside Auston Matthews. McKenna and Matthews both felt that they had instant chemistry, looking for each other on the ice.

With the preseason game schedule concluded for the Maple Leafs, the team will be heading out on a bonding trip in Scottsdale, Arizona, hometown of captain Auston Matthews. Both Matthews and fellow Arizona native Matthew Knies are excited to go back home for a visit, with Auston planning on hosting the team at his home.

Matthews Knies has played much of camp alongside Auston Matthews, but hasn't seen much time on Toronto's top power play unit. Not concerned with his preseason, Knies says that the style of the regular season fits more to the way he plays, and is confident he will continue to get better.

Instead of the usual drive to Muskoka, the Leafs are going to Scottsdale, Arizona for a bonding trip this training camp. "A new year, fresh start, wanted to do something different," explained general manager John Chayka. "And, obviously, look, it's meaningful to Auston [Matthews]." The team departs after Thursday's practice and will return on Saturday.

Gavin McKenna is 'super pumped' to make his NHL regular season debut for the Maple Leafs after a long offseason, but before that, Jim Hiller has some 'subtle adjustments' he wants the dynamic teenager to make in tonight's preseason clash with the Sens. McKenna spoke about the learning process with his line, and his teammates raved about what he brings on and off the ice.