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Skinner Signs with Junior "A" Merrit Centennials

Former Elmira Sugar Kings forward and Kincardine native Ethan Skinner signed to the Junior "A" Merritt Centennials in British Columbia.

The 18-year-old was the highest ranked scorer in the Greater Ontario Junior Hockey League with  24 goals and 60 assists in 49 games.

His points total includes an 11 game points streak where he knotched 21 points - five goals and 16 assists.

"We are happy to add Ethan to our team," Centennials Generel Manager and Head Coach Joe Martin said ina release. "He's had a couple of very good years in Elmira where their staff has done a great job."

Skinner was also signed as an affiliate player for the Ontario Junior Hockey League's Trenton Golden Hawks.

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