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'I Didn’t Have Good Meetings With Toronto': Sharks' Ivar Stenberg Didn't Feel Interest From Maple Leafs In NHL Draft Meetings

Ahead of their upcoming game, San Jose Sharks rookie Ivar Stenberg reflected on his pre-draft interviews with the Toronto Maple Leafs, admitting he sensed a lack of interest and did not expect to be selected first overall in 2026. Ultimately, Gavin McKenna went to Toronto at number one, while Stenberg landed with the Sharks, where he has recorded two goals and four assists across his first eight appearances.

Meanwhile, the Maple Leafs recently called up Vinni Lettieri and had discussions with McKenna regarding a recent benching by coach Jim Hiller.

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