ST. JOHN’S, Newfoundland – The Newfoundland Growlers, ECHL affiliate of the Toronto Maple Leafs announced that they have re-signed forward Todd Skirving to a contract for the 2019-20 season.
Skirving appeared in 26 games last season with the Growlers where he picked up seven points (3g-4a) and recorded four penalty minutes. In the Kelly Cup Playoffs, the Thunder Bay, Ontario native skated in five games
The 27-year-old joined the Growlers prior to the 2018-19 inaugural season after splitting time between the Orlando Solar Bears, Utah Grizzlies and Atlanta Gladiators in 2017-18 where he combined for 15 points (7g-8a) in 44 games.
Skirving immediately became a fan favorite with the Growlers last season for his dedication off the ice and was a leader in numerous Growlers community initiatives such as impromptu visits to the Ronald McDonald House, numerous school visits and other community programming. For his efforts, he was awarded the 2018-19 Equinor Community Player of the Year Award.