The Maple Leafs jumped from fifth to No. 1 in the NHL Draft Lottery, securing their first top overall pick since 2016 despite just 8.5% odds Tuesday.
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breaking|May 6, 2026|Toronto Maple Leafs defy slim odds to win the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft Lottery
Toronto Maple Leafs defy slim odds to win the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft Lottery
The Maple Leafs jumped from fifth to No. 1 in the NHL Draft Lottery, securing their first top overall pick since 2016 despite just 8.5% odds Tuesday....
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