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    Shawn Thornton

    ShawnThornton

    • Left Wing
    • Birthdate
      23/7/1977
    • Birthplace
      Oshawa, ON
    • Draft Info
      1997: Rd 7, Pk 190 (TOR)

    Stats

    • G
      42
    • A
      60
    • PTS
      102
    • +/-
      -33
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      Thornton learning to punch a clock

      • 9Y
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      Thornton learning to punch a clock
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        Thornton to be Panthers' business executive

        • 9Y
        Shawn Thornton
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          Report: Rowe not in Panthers' coaching plans

          • 9Y
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            Strang: Skill players give nod to fighters

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