Tyler Boucher (born January 16, 2003) is an American professional

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for the

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of the

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(AHL) as a prospect to the

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of the

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(NHL). Boucher was drafted in the first round, tenth overall, by the Senators in the

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. His father, Brian Boucher, is a former NHL

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Playing career

After beginning the 2021–22 season with the Boston University Terriers of

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, collecting just 2 goals and 3 points through 17 games, Boucher opted to conclude his collegiate career and was signed a three-year, entry-level contract with the Ottawa Senators on December 28, 2021. Thus ineligible to continue with Boston, Boucher joined the

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major junior team to continue his development. He was originally drafted by the 67's in the 2019 OHL Priority Selection 143rd overall. For the 2022–23 season, Boucher returned to play with the 67's. His season was cut short in March after a shoulder injury sidelined him that he suffered while playing with the

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. In 21 games with the 67's, Boucher scored ten goals and 18 points. He joined the Senators organization the following season but failed to play in training camp due to a groin injury. He was assigned to Ottawa's

(AHL) affiliate, the

in October. Boucher would remain with Belleville for the entire season, his season cut short by two injuries.

International play

On December 12, 2022, Boucher was named to the United States men's national junior ice hockey team to compete at the

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. During the tournament he recorded three goals and one assist in six games and won a bronze medal.

Career statistics

Regular season and playoffs

International

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* {{DEFAULTSORT:Boucher, Tyler 2003 births Living people American ice hockey left wingers Belleville Senators players Boston University Terriers men's ice hockey players NHL first-round draft picks Ottawa 67's players Ottawa Senators draft picks American expatriate ice hockey players in Canada