Former Colts Assistant GM Dave Drinkill Named Saginaw Spirit General Manager
Published on July 10, 2015 under Ontario Hockey League (OHL)
Barrie Colts News Release
Barrie, ON - The Saginaw Spirit announced today that former Barrie Colts Assistant General Manager Dave Drinkill has accepted the position of General Manager for the Ontario Hockey League franchise. The Elmvale, Ontario native replaces Jim Paliafito in the position following his appointment as Director of Player Evaluation with the National Hockey League's Toronto Maple Leafs.
"Firstly I want to thank Howie Campbell, Jason Ford, Dale Hawerchuk and the entire Barrie Colts organization for everything they have done for myself and my career," said Dave Drinkill. "I was hired by Barrie in 2006 out of University and they gave me the chance to grow my knowledge in the hockey industry and also help myself grow as person. I will cherish the memories and friendships I have made there."
Drinkill joins the Spirit after spending nine seasons with the Colts in several capacities including in the areas of communications, statistics, and as a video coach before assuming the role of Assistant General Manager, a post he has held since 2011.
"I am extremely excited to start the next chapter of hockey life with the Saginaw Spirit. I am very grateful that Mr. Garber and Mr. Goslin have hired myself for this position and I can't wait to roll my sleeves up and get to work with the Spirit," added Drinkill.
Prior to joining the Colts organization, Drinkill spent time in the OHL in 2003 with the Sudbury Wolves as part of their promotion and communications department. In 2005 he worked as an intern with the Hamilton Bulldogs in the American Hockey League. He has also been associated with the Under 16 Program of Excellence, and the OHL Gold Cup.
"The Colts organization wishes David all the best in his new role with the Saginaw Spirit. He came to the Colts organization 9 years ago in a minor role, and put in the time and effort to establish himself in the industry," said Barrie Colts General Manager Jason Ford.
"David is an honest and hard-working individual who has gained a great deal of respect along the way. He will be missed around here, but at the same time we are extremely happy for him."
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