ECHL Greenville Swamp Rabbits

Skapski Returns to Greenville

Published on March 9, 2016 under ECHL (ECHL)
Greenville Swamp Rabbits News Release


Greenville, SC - The Greenville Swamp Rabbits, proud ECHL affiliate of the New York Rangers and the AHL's Hartford Wolf Pack, today announced goaltender Mackenzie Skapski has been reassigned to Greenville from Hartford by New York.

Skapski, 21, has played 17 games with the Swamp Rabbits this season, going 4-10-2 with a 3.44 goals-against-average and a .896 save percentage. The second-year pro also made 10 appearances with the Wolf Pack this season and posted a 2-6-0 record with a 3.51 goals-against-average and .888 save percentage.

A native of Abbotsford, British Columbia, Skapski began his professional career in the Upstate last season and became Greenville's sixth former player to reach the NHL when he debuted for the Rangers on February 20, 2015. Overall, Skapski made two appearances for New York last season and went 2-0-0 with a remarkable 0.50 goals-against average and .978 save percentage. On March 14, 2015, he earned a 20-save shutout against the Buffalo Sabres and helped New York to a 2-0 victory on the road.

In addition, Skapski made one appearance with Greenville during his rookie campaign and halted 29 shots in a 3-0 setback at Orlando on October 19, 2014. He was recalled to Hartford three days later and spent 28 contests with the Wolf Pack in 2014-15. Skapski went 15-8-3 with a 2.40 goals-against average, .914 save percentage and three shutouts during that span.

Prior to turning pro, the 6'3, 192-pound netminder played four seasons of major junior in the Western Hockey League (WHL) from 2010-14. He went 74-54-5 with a 2.81 goals-against average, .909 save percentage and eight shutouts in 128 career games with the Kootenay Ice.

Skapski was selected in the sixth round (#170 overall) by the Rangers in the 2013 NHL Entry Draft. He joined goaltenders Connor Knapp, Nathan Lieuwen and Cam Talbot, as well as defensemen Marc-Andre Bourdon and Julien Brouillette, on the list of Greenville graduates who have progressed to the NHL.

Business Power Play Night presented by South State Bank: The Swamp Rabbits return to SANDLAPPER Securities Rink at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena on Thursday with a 7 p.m. puck drop against the South Carolina Stingrays. It's Business Power Play Night presented by South State Bank featuring a young professionals networking event prior to the game. Call the Swamp Rabbits' front office at 864-674-PUCK for more information. Thirsty Thursday specials will also be in effect with $2 domestic drafts available during Hockey Happy Hour from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. and $2 hot dogs, pretzels and soft drinks available throughout the game. In addition, fans can get $5 tickets at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena box office while supplies last.

Stick It To Cancer presented by the Bon Secours St. Francis Health System: This Friday, Mar. 11, is the annual Stick It To Cancer game as the Swamp Rabbits host Florida at 7 p.m. The night is aimed at raising awareness and gathering funds to benefit several Upstate charities. The Greenville News Family Fun Pack is available for the game featuring four (4) red level tickets, four (4) hot dogs, four (4) bags of chips, (4) soft drinks and two (2) foam fingers for just $60. Get yours by calling the Swamp Rabbits front office at 864-674-PUCK or by CLICKING HERE.

Superhero Night: The Swamp Rabbits will wear specialty Batman-themed jerseys on Saturday for Superhero Night at 7 p.m. The game-worn jerseys will be auctioned off following the game live on the ice to those in attendance only. In addition, some of the most popular superheroes including Batman, Superman, Captain America and Wonder Woman will be available for pictures and autographs throughout the game on the concourse. Families can take advantage of a great ticket special through the GSP Airport Fun Zone, which offers discounted adult tickets for just $10 and up to four (4) complementary kid's tickets in section 119. CLICK HERE for more information or to purchase the deal.

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