The Growlers Unveil Buddy Jr As Their New Mascot

The Newfoundland Growlers unveiled Buddy the Puffin Jr. as their new mascot. It’s the first time the team has had a mascot since the death of Christopher ‘Abbo’ Abbott—the man who began impersonating Buddy in the 1990s until his death earlier this year. ❤️ popping. #Buddy92 pic.twitter.com/GPAiAh3vwZ — Buddy the Puffin Jr. (@Buddy_ThePuffin) December 9, 2022 Buddy Jr. will carry on the legacy of the fan-favorite sidekick who was crowned ECHL’s Best Mascot in 2019. Nolan Walker scored the game-winning goal Saturday, giving the Growlers a 4-3 overtime victory to sweep their series against the Iowa Heartlanders.