The 5’9” 21 year old Isle-aux-Morts, NFLD native is in his rookie professional season.

The diminutive center’s junior career began in the 2001-2002 season with the Mississauga Chargers of the OPJH. Moving on to the St. Michaels Buzzers for 2002-2003, Skinner was a teammate of Roadrunners center Jeff Kyrzakos for two years. Skinner later played in the NCAA program at Michigan State University as a freshman, leaving shortly into his sophomore year to return to Junior “A” with the Kingston Frontenacs of the Ontario Hockey League.

Skinner’s Michigan State teammates include Atlanta Thrashers center Jim Slate, Anaheim Mighty Ducks forward Drew Miller, and Florida Panthers forward David Booth

Started Playing Hockey: Age 4
Favorite Team: Maple Leafs
Hockey Hero: Martin St. Louis
Worst Injury: Osteochondral (knee) defect
Off-Season Occupation: Student
What Would You Be Doing if You Weren't Playing Hockey: School
Favorite Musical Artists: George Strait, Garth Brooks, Kenny Chesney
Favorite TV Show: King of Queens
Favorite Movies: Four Brothers, Talladega Nights, Shooter
Favorite Actor: Mark Wahlberg
Favorite Actress: Jennifer Aniston
Favorite Food: Hot Wings