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Belfast Giants have added Jordan Boucher to their roster for the upcoming Elite League campaign.

The 27-year-old Canadian forward kicked off his pro career in 2017 at Binghamton Senators.

Boucher, who arrives in Belfast off the back of a season at Grizzlys Wolfsburg in Germany, where he helped the club reach the playoffs.

He said: "It's going to be special - I heard it's pretty loud in Belfast, so I'm excited and look forward to it."

He added: "I think that's one of the best parts about hockey - playing in front of your home crowd.

"I've been training a lot. I like to road-bike in the summer, and I also run a lot."

Boucher is graduate of Clarkson University and enjoyed a strong college hockey career in the NCAA.

"Jordan brings a highly competitive level to the team and is an elite skater - fans will love him," said Giants head coach Adam Keefe.

"With Jordan's skating and experience in some of Europe's top leagues, we think he will be a great addition to our forward group, and cause problems for opposing teams' defencemen."