He's back in Canada, and ready to hit the ice again with the Niagara IceDogs.
Akil Thomas touched down in Toronto yesterday, one day after scoring Canada's golden goal at the World Junior Hockey Tournament.
He scored with only 3:58 left in the third period, leading to Canada's 4-3 win over Russia.
Fans cheered as he gave his Mom a big hug at Pearson International Airport.
Niagara on the Lake Works Through Cleanup
Lord Mayor says it's different in the country, than city
Premier Tours Flooded Areas
Doug Ford took at look through, pledging help is coming financially and with volunteers for cleanup
Acting Regional Chair Reassures Flood Victims
Tom Insinna says the region is working around the clock to help people
Calls to Fire Department Skyrocket
Fire Chief says a whole apartment building had to be evacuated
'Scene from Monsoon Season in Asia': Mayor
St. Catharines mayor says it'll take time to recover from recent severe flooding
Man Wanted for Break and Enters
Police say a stolen van was found in Welland, looking for a St. Catharines man
Mother Nature Hits Niagara Again
Update: Mayor Mat Siscoe declares State of Emergency as more homes, basements are flooded, as does Lincoln
One Arrest in Port Colborne RIDE
Police stopped 425 vehicles Friday night, looking for impairment by alcohol or drugs