Los Angeles Kings sign Toronto Maple Leafs goalie prospect
Former Toronto Marlies goaltender Dryden McKay has signed a new contract with the Ontario Reign of the American Hockey League, the team announced today.
The announcement came through X this afternoon, disclosing that the club had reached an agreement with McKay on a one-year contract.
McKay played as a starter for the Leafs' ECHL affiliate, the Newfoundland Growlers, throughout last season. In 24 games, he posted a 3.33 goals-against-average, an .897 save percentage, and an 8-10-4 record.
During the 2022-23 season, McKay appeared in 33 games for the Growlers, showing improved overall stats and a strong 19-10-1 record. He also made two appearances with the Toronto Marlies, securing his first AHL win.
McKay's career highlight to date occurred in the 2021-22 season when he won the Hobey Baker Award, recognizing him as the best player in collegiate hockey. That remarkable season saw him achieve a .931 save percentage, an outstanding 1.31 goals-against-average, and an impressive 38-5-0 record.
McKay faces slim odds of reaching the NHL, particularly given his stature at just 6 feet tall, which is considered short for a professional goaltender. However, at 26 years old, he remains determined to climb the ranks and defy expectations.
Source: Hockey Patrol
Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender prospect signs with Los Angeles Kings
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JUILLET 13 | 176 ANSWERS Los Angeles Kings sign Toronto Maple Leafs goalie prospect Do you believe Dryden McKay will eventually play for the LA Kings in the NHL? | ||
| Yes | 89 | 50.6 % |
| No | 87 | 49.4 % |
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