McKenna sets Canadian Record in Semi Final Win over Sweden

Espoo, FIN – Gavin McKenna stands alone in Canadian hockey history at the World U18’s in Finland during Canada’s victory over Sweden in the Semi-Finals this morning 5-4.

McKenna made history on Canada’s second goal of the 1st period as he’d pass Tyson Jost & Macklin Celebrini for the most points scored by a Canadian skater with 16 points. (six goals, 10 assists).

With that brilliance, Gavin McKenna stands alone atop the most points scored by a Canadian Player at the World U18's as Canada leads Sweden 2-0 in the semi-finals.#WHL #U18MensWorlds #NHLDraft pic.twitter.com/IihSO88tVj

— Medicine Hat Tigers (@tigershockey) May 4, 2024

Canada got out to a 4-0 lead after the first, thanks to goals from Liam Greentree, McKenna, Tij Iginla & Ryder Ritchie.

Henry Mews would push the Canadians lead to 5-2 after 40 minutes of play. Sweden would make it a two-goal game at 7:58.Hugo Orrsten would make it 5-4 at 14:19 but Canadian goaltender Carter George stood tall the rest of the way. Booking Canada’s ticket to the finals.

Also named a top player of the U18’s McKenna, Canada’s captain Porter Martone & Cater George took home the honours.

McKenna & Team Canada are off to the Gold Medal game Sunday morning against the United States, game time is set for 9 AM / MT and can be watched on TSN.