Arttu Karki Commits to Greyhounds
August 28, 2023 - Ontario Hockey League (OHL)
Soo Greyhounds News Release
SAULT STE. MARIE - The Soo Greyhounds are pleased to announce that Arttu Karki, the team's 1st Round Selection in the 2023 CHL Draft, has signed an OHL scholarship and development agreement with the club.
"It's very exciting to be able to add a player of Arrtu's calibre to our program for this season. Arrtu has all the tools of an elite defensemen. His size, skating ability and high-end puck skills makes him a threat - not just from walking the blue line but all over the ice" started GM Kyle Raftis.
He then added, "As someone who had many options on where to pursue his development this year, we are thrilled he chose the Hounds to partner with while he adjusts to playing in North America. We're looking forward to having Arrtu with us at camp and getting him comfortable with the city, staff and his teammates."
A native of Viiala, FIN, the 18 year old defenceman recorded 13 goals and 26 assists, good for 39 points in 36 regular season games with Tappara U20 of the U20 SM-sarja Finnish league. He added 7 points (1G, 6A) in 12 post-season contests.
The 6.02, 176-lber was selected earlier this summer in the 3rd Round (96th overall) of the 2023 NHL Draft by the Vegas Golden Knights.
"I'm very excited to play in OHL this season and I'm really looking forward to meet my new teammates and team staff. I have high expectations for next season and honoured to be a part of Soo Greyhounds" said Karki.
Arttu will be among 52 players who will arrive in Sault Ste. Marie tomorrow Training Camp 2023.
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