He was projected to be the first-overall selection in next month’s WHL Bantam Draft, but late Wednesday night Matthew Savoie surprised the hockey world when he committed to the University of Denver to play for the Pioneers starting in the 2021-22 season.
Committing to DU isn’t the surprise - his older brother Carter is committed to join the program a year earlier - what is surprising is the fact that he’s planning to go the NCAA route at all.
Proud to announce my commitment to @DU_Hockey for the 2021/22 season. Thanks to my family, friends, teammates, and coaches for helping me along the way.