A rising NHL star has been offered a unique opportunity to transition into professional hockey by living with a veteran player and his family ahead of his rookie season. The move aims to provide the top draft pick with guidance and support as he prepares for life in the league. The arrangement reflects a growing trend of experienced athletes mentoring young prospects during their early careers. Details on how this living situation will shape his development remain to be seen.

Tavares and his family have invited McKenna, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft, to move in with them in his upcoming rookie NHL season. To that end, the 18-year-old got a taste of things to ...