Toronto Marlies Weekly
December 17, 2014 - American Hockey League (AHL)
Toronto Marlies News Release
Last Week
The Toronto Marlies continued their hot start to December this past week collecting 5 of a possible 6 points over the weekend. On Friday the Marlies were in Utica to take on the North Division leading Utica Comets. Toronto would prevail in a thrilling game which saw Toronto mount a late comeback to force overtime, where Sam Carrick scored his first goal of the year; the game winner. Antoine Bibeau, who had an impressive weekend, made 46 saves in the win. The Marlies then travelled back to Ricoh for an afternoon match- up against the St. John's Ice Caps. Toronto would play a strong game but surrendered the lead late in the third period when Eric O'Dell scored his third goal of the game to force overtime. In the extra frame the Ice Caps would capitalize on a power play opportunity to earn the additional point. The two teams would play again Sunday afternoon, this time as part of the annual Teddy Bear toss game. Troy Bodie would score first for the Marlies, which would send the bears to the ice. Toronto would shut out the Ice Caps 4-0 behind another strong effort from Antoine Bibeau who made 21 saves to earn his third shutout of the year. With the shutout Bibeau moves into 5th all-time amongst Marlies shutout leaders. Connor Brown collected 4 more points this weekend to push his team leading total to 21.
Get To Know Your Marlies:
Sam Carrick
#16
Shoots: Right
Age: 22
Birthplace: Markham, ON
Drafted 144th overall by the Toronto Maple Leafs in 2010, Carrick has worked hard for his opportunities, working his way through the ECHL, establishing himself in the AHL and earning a call up to the Maple Leafs earlier this season. Carrick has since returned, bringing his gritty two way game to the Marlies where he serves as an assistant captain.
Look Ahead
Toronto has another full weekend of games ahead. On Friday, the Marlies travel to Grand Rapids for a game against the Griffins, affiliate of the Detroit Red Wings. Toronto then returns home to face the Texas Stars on Saturday in a rematch of the Western Conference Finals from last season. Sunday brings a close to the action when the Milwaukee Admirals come to Ricoh, AHL affiliates of the Nashville Predators.
Marlies Upcoming Games
December 19- 7:00 p.m. @ Grand Rapids
December 20 - 3:00 p.m. vs. Texas
December 21 - 3:00 p.m. vs. Milwaukee
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