McKenna shocked the hockey world by opting to leave Canadian junior hockey for Penn State University's men's hockey program. He could have remained in the CHL for another dominant season. Instead, he'll be an 18-year-old freshman battling in the Big Ten against bigger, stronger and more experienced players.

Gavin McKenna, Penn State's 17-year-old ice hockey star, already is drawing comparisons to Wayne Gretzky and Sidney Crosby.

Gadowsky spoke to the media for the first time since McKenna, the presumed No. 1 overall pick in next year's draft, committed. He also was asked about Flyers prospect Porter Martone.