Greyhounds’ Allard continues compelling story at 2024 World Juniors

Soo Greyhounds forward Owen Allard continued his compelling 2023-24 campaign after he scored in each of Canada’s first two games of the 2024 World Juniors.

After injury kept him out for all but 14 games last season, Allard has excelled this year with the Greyhounds where he’s tallied 14 goals and 30 points in 29 games. His performance this season caught the eye of Hockey Canada who invited him to their National Junior Team Selection Camp in Oakville, ON., earlier this month.

Despite being undrafted at the NHL level and having never represented Canada internationally before, Allard made a strong impression, being named to the final roster.

“I think I’ve brought my game to a new level this year,” he said. “Playing with confidence really helps me. I’m getting lots of opportunity this year.”