Jérémy Davies Bio
Jérémy Davies is a Canadian professional ice hockey defenceman currently playing for the Henderson Silver Knights in the American Hockey League (AHL) while under contract to the Vegas Golden Knights of the National Hockey League (NHL). He was selected by the New Jersey Devils in the seventh round, 192nd overall, of the 2016 NHL entry draft, and has previously played for the Nashville Predators and Buffalo Sabres.
Early Life and Background
Jérémy Davies was born on December 4, 1996, in Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, Quebec, Canada. He is the son of Mike Davies and Laura Gill and has one sibling. Growing up in Quebec, Davies was exposed to hockey at a young age, which is a significant part of the culture in Canada. His early experiences in the sport laid the groundwork for his future career as a professional hockey player.
Path to Hockey
Jérémy Davies began his hockey journey with the Lac St-Louis Lions of AAA minor league hockey in Quebec. After a successful tryout, he moved to the Waterloo Black Hawks of the United States Hockey League (USHL). His performance during the 2014–15 season with Waterloo, where he scored one goal and three assists in eleven games, led to a trade to the Bloomington Thunder. In his second season with the Thunder, he excelled, leading all USHL defencemen in scoring and earning recognition as a First Team All-USHL selection.
Jérémy Davies Career
Early Career (2014–2019)
After his time in the USHL, Jérémy Davies played collegiate hockey for the Northeastern Huskies in the National Collegiate Athletic Association’s Hockey East conference. During his three seasons with Northeastern, he achieved significant milestones, including being named a Hockey East First Team All-Star and a CCM/ACHA First Team All-American in 2018. His final season in 2018–19 was particularly notable, as he was nominated for the Hobey Baker Award, recognizing him as one of the top players in college hockey.
Breakthrough (2019–Present)
Jérémy Davies was selected by the New Jersey Devils in the seventh round of the 2016 NHL entry draft. He signed a two-year entry-level contract with the Devils in April 2019, which began in the 2019–20 season. However, he was traded to the Nashville Predators shortly thereafter. Davies made his NHL debut on March 9, 2021, and registered his first NHL point on April 3, 2021. He continued to develop his skills in the AHL, where he played for the Milwaukee Admirals and later the Chicago Wolves. In July 2022, Davies signed a one-year, two-way contract with the Buffalo Sabres. He played for the Rochester Americans in the AHL and made his Sabres debut in December 2022. After two seasons with the Sabres, he signed a one-year, two-way contract with the Ottawa Senators in July 2024. Following his season with the Senators, Davies agreed to a two-year contract with the Vegas Golden Knights in July 2025.
Notable Works and Milestones
Throughout his career, Jérémy Davies has established himself as a skilled defenceman with a strong offensive presence. His notable achievements include leading USHL defencemen in scoring and being recognized as a top player in college hockey. His journey through various teams in the NHL and AHL highlights his adaptability and determination as a professional athlete.
Jérémy Davies Award Nominations
Jérémy Davies has received several nominations throughout his career, particularly during his collegiate years, where he was recognized as a Hockey East First Team All-Star and nominated for the Hobey Baker Award.
Jérémy Davies Awards Won
While Jérémy Davies has not won major awards at the professional level, he has achieved significant recognition during his time in the USHL and NCAA, including being named to the First Team All-USHL and receiving All-American honors.
Jérémy Davies Family
Jérémy Davies was born to Mike Davies and Laura Gill. He has one sibling, but further details regarding his family life are not publicly available.
Personal Life
Information regarding Jérémy Davies’ personal life, including marital status or children, is not publicly disclosed. His focus remains on his professional career in ice hockey.
