ST. JOHN’S -UPDATE: Tuesday April 2, 2023 GROWLERS GONE! In a statement today from Deacon Sports and Entertainment, owners of the Newfoundland Growlers, said that negotiation to keep the team alive have failed. The Newfoundland Growlers are closing up shop after six season. “Despite the efforts of our front-office, Deacon Sports and Entertainment regrets to announce that the sale…
The West Coast Senior Hockey League could return to a four team league this upcoming season. The Deer Lake Red Wings have signified they would return to the league after sitting out last season. They would join Corner Brook, Port aux Basques and Stephenville. The Stephenville team is working on…
Read MoreHere is an interview by the Colorado Avalanche with Newhook after being drafted Catching up with Alex Newhook as he leaves the stage…#NHLDraft #GoAvsGo https://t.co/hCl1wmjCSr — Colorado Avalanche (@Avalanche) June 22, 2019 …
Read MoreSt. John’s native Alex Newhook was picked in the first round 16th overall by the Colorado Rockies. A highly skilled player with good hockey sense, Newhook (5-10, 192) was Victoria’s captain and led the British Columbia Hockey League with 102 points (38 goals, 64 assists) in 53 games.…
Read MoreA very familiar face with the Newfoundland Growlers Kelly Cup championship team will not be back next season. Goaltender Michael Garteig who was a mainstay with the team has signed with a team in the Finish hockey league. Garteig will be in the nets for the Tappara…
Read MoreThe season is over. The championship won. The parade was a success. Now it’s down to work to prepare for next season for the Newfoundland Growlers. First bit of business to resign head coach John Snowden. That has been done. He has a new two year contract with…
Read MoreSix Newfoundland hockey players were chosen in the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League draft this weekend. Zach Dean was chosen by Gatineau Olympics, Ryan Greene by Charlottetown Islanders, Connor Shortall by Drummondville Voltigeurs, William Dyke by Shawinigan Cataracts, Lucas Robinson and Kieran Burke by the Halifax Mooseheads.…
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