NEWS | Growlers to Play First 6 ‘Home Games’ in Toronto

Herald Staff — Wed, 27 Oct 2021 19:40:34 +0000

Following this mornings news that the Newfoundland Growlers home games were suspended at the former Mile One Centre pending a workplace investigation, the team has announced that the first six games of the Growlers season ‘at home’ will in fact he played at the Coca-Cola Coliseum in Toronto, Ontario. The official release can be read below:

“The Newfoundland Growlers organization regrets to inform the public, our passionate fanbase, sponsors, and community partners that the first six games of the Growlers season will be played at Coca-Cola Coliseum, home of the Toronto Marlies.

The announcement this morning by the City of St. John’s to suspend the Growler’s home games, pending an internal workplace investigation, has significantly disrupted the operations of the ECHL, Toronto Maple Leafs, Adirondack Thunder, and Worcester Railers. Deacon Sports and Entertainment acknowledges the disrupted organizations for their understanding and appreciates their continuous support of the Newfoundland Growlers Hockey Club as we move forward.

Further information, including the process for refunds of tickets for the first six games of the Growlers season, will be communicated directly to ticket holders and shared on our website at nlgrowlers.com once it becomes available.”

NEWS | Growlers ‘Suspended’ from former Mile One Centre ‘Pending Investigation’

Herald Staff — Wed, 27 Oct 2021 13:48:17 +0000

St. John’s Sports and Entertainment Limited has suspended the Newfoundland Growlers home games – which were set to begin on Friday November 5th – due to a workplace investigation, according to a release from SJSEL and Mayor Danny Breen.

“Deacon Sports & Entertainment Limited (DSE) has been informed that their rights and privileges under the terms of the lease –including access to the premise – have been suspended pending the outcome of a formal investigation by a third party investigator,” the announcement read.

“Employees of SJSEL have brought forward allegations of disrespectful workplace conduct against staff at DSE that must be fully investigated,” shared Breen. “Given the seriousness of the situation we have no choice but to take this action. While we know this is disappointing to hockey fans, the health and wellbeing of of our employees is our top priority.”

Earlier this year, the city and Growlers reached a three-year lease agreement, but their ongoing issues remained contentious and in the public eye.

Undoubtably more to come.

Danny Breen – Newfoundland Herald

NEWS | Growlers to Play First 6 ‘Home Games’ in Toronto

NEWS | Growlers ‘Suspended’ from former Mile One Centre ‘Pending Investigation’