Gavin McKenna -- the projected No. 1 pick in the 2026 NHL Draft -- is expected to commit to Penn State for the 2025-26 season, according to Cam Robinson of Elite Prospects. An official announcement from the program is expected Tuesday.

According to Mike McMahon of CollegeHockeyInsider.com, Penn State's offer came in at about $700,000, compared to just $300K from Michigan State. It's surely not the only reason McKenna chose PSU. He's looking at lots more financial security in his future. But it couldn't have hurt.

No. 1 overall NHL draft pick Gavin McKenna headlines a big group of CHL (Canadian Hockey League) stars choosing to play college hockey next season — and he’s reportedly committed to Penn State for 2025-26.