Today in News History
On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1812, The American Army of the Northwest briefly occupies the Upper Canadian settlement at what is now at Windsor, Ontario. In 1855, Ned Hanlan, Canadian rower, academic, and businessman (died 1908) was born. In 1920, Bob Fillion, Canadian ice hockey player and manager (died 2015) was born. In 1920, Pierre Berton, Canadian journalist and author (died 2004) was born. In 1927, Françoys Bernier, Canadian pianist, conductor, and educator (died 1993) was born. In 1950, Gilles Meloche, Canadian ice hockey player and coach was born. In 1957, Dave Semenko, Canadian ice hockey player and sportscaster (died 2017) was born. In 1967, Mac McCaughan, American singer and guitarist was born. In 1976, Dan Boyle, Canadian ice hockey player was born. In 1989, Nick Palmieri, American ice hockey player was born. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Maple Leafs made the right choice by taking Gavin McKenna No. 1 overall in NHL Draft
After winning the 2026 NHL Draft lottery and getting the No. 1 overall pick, the Toronto Maple Leafs were faced with a big decision. Do they do the expected thing and take Penn State's Gavin McKenna with the top pick?
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Canadian Sport Scene
· Jun 27, 2026
Ten Canadians drafted in the first round of 2026 NHL Entry Draft
The first round of the 2026 National Hockey League Draft took place on Friday in Buffalo, New York and 10 Canadians were selected. Left winger Gavin McKenna of Whitehorse, Yukon was drafted first overall by the Toronto Maple Leafs. McKenna becomes only the second player ever from the Yukon selected in the first round of [] The post Ten Canadians drafted in the first round of 2026 NHL Entry Draft appeared first on Canadian Sport Scene.
Toronto Sun
· Jul 2, 2026
Unpacking Gavin McKenna’s first day on the ice at Maple Leafs development camp
Gavin McKenna, the first pick overall in the NHL draft by the Maple Leafs, dazzled in his first day on the ice at development camp.
CBC | Sports News
· Jun 25, 2026
Gavin McKenna would be 'pumped' if drafted 1st overall by Maple Leafs
Gavin McKenna, the potential first pick on Friday in Buffalo, has been in the eye of the NHL draft storm since bursting onto the Western Hockey League scene at age 14 with a four-assist debut for the Medicine Hat Tigers in 2022.
3DownNation
· Jun 23, 2026
Ottawa Redblacks to sign QB McLeod Bethel-Thompson: report
The Ottawa Redblacks are signing veteran quarterback McLeod Bethel-Thompson, according to TSN 1200 play-by-play man A.J. Jakubec. The 37-year-old started eight regular-season games for the Montreal Alouettes in 2025, going 3-5. He completed 63.8 percent of his passes for 1,746 yards, nine touchdowns, and nine interceptions, and rushed 11 times for 62 yards. The six-foot-three, []
CBC News
· Jul 6, 2026
Gavin McKenna representing Tr'ondëk Hwëch'in culture at NHL draft 'awe-inspiring' for community
Gavin McKenna was the first Indigenous player from Canada to be the number one NHL draft pick in nearly 50 years. The Tr'ondëk Hwëch'in citizen from Whitehorse has made efforts to represent his culture on the world stage.
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