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Newfoundland Growlers head coach John Snowden has been more than impressed with rookie defenceman Mac Hollowell. The progression the 21-year-old has shown in his first full season has earned him both ice time and freedom to utilize all elements of his game.<\/p>\n
After spending the majority of last season with the OHLs Soo Greyhounds before a playoff call-up to the Toronto Marlies, Hollowell is part of the Leafs plan to strengthen their MLB-style development system.<\/p>\n
Hollowell, a fourth-round pick in the 2018 NHL draft, has played four games for the Marlies this season but has flourished with the ECHLs Growlers. The 5-foot-10, 170-pound defender... <\/p>\n
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