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Thursday, February 5, 2026

UPDATE: McKenna charged with felony assault


Penn State hockey star Gavin McKenna, a freshman center and the presumptive top pick in this summer's NHL draft, has been charged with felony assault following an incident Jan. 31.

McKenna, 18, was also charged with simple assault, harassment and disorderly conduct, according to court documents. He was awaiting a preliminary hearing as of Wednesday.

Details of the allegations against McKenna were not immediately available. His representatives did not immediately respond to a request for comment by The Associated Press.