Devon Levi, born on December twenty-seventh, two thousand one, is a talented Canadian professional ice hockey goaltender currently showcasing his skills with the Rochester Americans in the American Hockey League (AHL). He is under contract with the Buffalo Sabres of the National Hockey League (NHL), where he continues to develop his promising career.
Levi's journey in ice hockey has been marked by numerous accolades. He was named the Most Valuable Player (MVP) at the 2019 World Junior A Challenge, setting the stage for his subsequent achievements. In the 2019–20 season, he earned the titles of MVP and Top Goalie in the Canadian Junior Hockey League (CJHL), as well as the MVP and Top Goaltender in the Central Canada Hockey League (CCHL).
In the 2020 NHL Entry Draft, Levi was selected two hundred twelfth overall by the Florida Panthers in the seventh round. However, in 2021, his rights were traded to the Buffalo Sabres, marking a significant step in his professional journey. He also represented the Canadian national junior ice hockey team at the 2021 World Junior Ice Hockey Championships, where the team secured a silver medal. Levi's performance was exceptional, boasting a .964 save percentage, which surpassed the all-time record previously held by Carey Price.
His outstanding play earned him the title of Best Goaltender of the tournament and a spot on the All-Star Team. In addition to his junior achievements, Levi was selected to represent Team Canada in the 2022 Winter Olympics, further solidifying his status as a rising star in the world of ice hockey.