Jack Drury

Jack Drury (born February 3, 2000) is an American professional ice hockey center currently playing for Växjö Lakers of the Swedish Hockey League (SHL). Drury was selected 42nd overall by the Carolina Hurricanes in the 2018 NHL Entry Draft.

Early years
Drury was born in New York City while his father, Ted, was playing for the New York Islanders. His family relocated to Wilmette, Illinois and then settled in Winnetka, Illinois. Drury attended Loyola Academy during his first two years of high school before attending Waterloo West High School after joining the Waterloo Black Hawks.

Amateur
Drury in his youth played for the Chicago Mission before joining the Waterloo Black Hawks of the United States Hockey League (USHL) before joining the Harvard Crimson men's ice hockey team. Following his sophomore season at Harvard, Drury was selected to the All-ECAC second team.

Professional
On June 24, 2018, Drury was selected by the Carolina Hurricanes with the 42nd overall pick in the 2018 NHL Entry Draft.

Personal life
Jack's father, Ted Drury, played for eight seasons in the National Hockey League. His uncle is former professional hockey player Chris Drury, who currently serves as an assistant general manager for the New York Rangers. Drury also has 3 brothers Owen, Teddy, and Ryan and a sister Lilly.