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Andrew McKim: To the Xtreme

Posted on April 28, 2022
By Pam Pardy-Ghent
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While Andrew McKim retired from professional hockey in 2001, he never lost his passion for the sport, turning his NHL career with the Bruins and the Red Wings into an ‘Xtreme’ way to inspire the next generation
Former NHL centre Andrew McKim knows hockey, having played in the National Hockey

Tags: AHL, Alex Newhook, Andrew McKim, Dawson Mercer, Detroit Red Wings, hockey, Montreal Canadiens, Newfoundland and Labrador, NHL, sports, St. John's Maple Leafs

Kyle Wellwood: Fondest Memories

Posted on April 28, 2022
By Pam Pardy-Ghent
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NHLer and former St. John’s Maple Leaf Kyle Wellwood shares his thoughts on hockey in NL, reflecting on the time he spent playing in this province
Kyle Wellwood and his brother Eric Wellwood have an interesting connection to both hockey and Newfoundland.
While Eric is the current coach of the

Tags: AHL, ECHL, Eric Wellwood, hockey, Kyle Wellwood, local, Newfoundland and Labrador, Newfoundland Growlers, NHL, sports, St. John's Maple Leafs, Toronto Maple Leafs

Dean MacDonald: ‘We’re All Part of the Story’

Posted on April 27, 2022
By Pam Pardy-Ghent
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Dean MacDonald of Deacon Sports & Entertainment (DSE), the parent company of the
Newfoundland Growlers Hockey Club, talks provincial pride, local players, people who come to the games, and what a win feels like after ‘takin’ the lumber’
The Newfoundland Growlers become the 10th franchise of the Canadian Elite

Tags: Buddy The Puffin, Chris Abbott, Dean MacDonald, ECHL, Glenn Stanford, hockey, Kelly Cup, local, Newfoundland and Labrador, Newfoundland Growlers, sports

Danny Williams: Goal Man

Posted on April 26, 2022
By Pam Pardy-Ghent
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Former NL Premier Danny Williams has been recognized for outstanding contributions to many things, but his dedication to the sport of hockey is perhaps one of his crowning achievements
Danny Williams still plays hockey regularly when he’s in town. While many know Williams as a powerhouse of a former premier,

Tags: anniversary, Buddy The Puffin, Danny Williams, Glenn Stanford, hockey, John's Maple Leafs, local, Mary Brown's Centre, Newfoundland and Labrador, Politics, Premier, St, St. John's IceCaps

Voices of the Game with Brian Rogers & Chris Ballard

Posted on April 26, 2022
By Pam Pardy-Ghent
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Brian Rogers: Quite a Ride
Legendary broadcaster Brian Rogers shares his thoughts on 30 years of pro hockey in St. John’s
Legendary broadcaster Brian Rogers has been providing colour hockey commentary for 30-plus years. His analysis and – at least his voice – is no stranger to fans of pro

Tags: Brian Rogers, Buddy The Puffin, Chris Abbott, Chris Ballard, hockey, Kelly Cup, Maple Leafs, Newfoundland and Labrador, Newfoundland Growlers, sports

Newfoundland Growlers 2021/22 Awards

Posted on April 19, 2022
By Pam Pardy-Ghent
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Cheering on the home team!
MVP – Zach O’Brien
Top Forward – Zach O’Brien
Top Scorer – Zach O’Brien
Top Goaltender – Keith Petruzzelli
Top Defenceman – Ben Finkelstein
Top Rookie – Orrin Centazzo
Community Player of the Year – Todd Skirving
Fans Choice Award – Todd Skirving
Unsung Hero

Tags: Ben Finkelstein, Glenn Stanford, James Melindy, Keith Petruzzelli, Marc Johnstone, Newfoundland Growlers, Orrin Centazzo, Todd Skirving, Zach O'Brien

Newfoundland Growlers Player Profile: Zach O’Brien

Posted on April 19, 2022
By Pam Pardy-Ghent
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Zach O’Brien
Affectionately called ‘Obie,” the Growlers winger is this year’s MVP and the team’s top scorer (78 points with three regular season games remaining as of press time). The affable St. John’s raised hometown hockey hero opened by offering that this has been “one unique season.”
“We’ve been through a

Tags: hockey, James Melindy, Mary Brown's Centre, Newfoundland Growlers, NL Growlers, Todd Skirving, Zach O'Brien

Newfoundland Growlers Player Profile: Captain James Melindy

Posted on April 19, 2022
By Pam Pardy-Ghent
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James Melindy
James Melindy is a mountain of a man and stands an imposing figure on a pair of skates. The Goulds native, however, is all charm as he talks about the support he and the team have received from local fans.
“It’s obviously super special to come home and

Tags: Buddy The Puffin, Growlers, hockey, James Melindy, Kelly Cup, Marcus Power, Mary Brown's Centre, NL Growers, Playoffs, Todd Skirving, Zach O'Brien

JEAN CHAREST | “An Ally In Ottawa”

Posted on April 19, 2022
By Pam Pardy-Ghent
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Jean Charest is looking to make a big return to national politics, aiming to once again lead the federal Conservatives. On a visit to NL, he shares why it’s time to let ‘ABC’ go and how a former local politician is a role model
Jean Charest is no stranger to politics

Tags: Jean Charest, John Crosbie, Newfoundland and Labrador, News, Ottawa, Politics

James Taylor: American Standard

Posted on April 18, 2022
By Pam Pardy-Ghent
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As the legendary James Taylor – along with special guest Jackson Browne – prepares to return to St. John’s to perform at the Mary Brown’s Centre on April 21st, he takes a moment to chat with The Herald about a previous visit, his next more extended stay, and, of course,

Tags: American Standard, bands, Fire and Rain, Jackson Browne, James Taylor, Mary Brown's Centre, music, Newfoundland, Sweet Baby James

Author: Pam Pardy-Ghent