An emerging star from Penn State University is poised to join the NHL’s Maple Leafs following training camp, marking a swift transition from college hockey to professional play. The forward, who helped lead his team last season, adds depth to a roster already bolstered by a recent Calder Trophy winner, a top rookie honoree from the previous campaign. With both players set to contribute at a young age, the team’s depth chart takes on added intrigue as they prepare for the upcoming season. Their inclusion signals a blend of youthful energy and immediate impact in the lineup.

McKenna, 18, who played at Penn State University last season, is expected to make the Maple Leafs' roster out of camp. Schaeffer, who will turn 19 on Sept. 5, won the Calder Trophy last season at the ...