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McDonald Named to AHL All Star Team

January 25, 2011 - American Hockey League (AHL)
Oklahoma City Barons News Release


Oklahoma City - Oklahoma City Barons centerman Colin McDonald was named to the American Hockey League Western Conference All Star Team, the league's front office announced today.

McDonald, a 6-3, 205-pounder from Hartford, Conn. is having the best season of his professional career, already surpassing his previous career bests in goals and points. He leads the Barons in goals with 23, a mark that puts him second in the AHL. McDonald has appeared in all 47 Barons games this season.

McDonald will replace Linus Omark on the AHL's Western Conference squad. Omark, named to the AHL All Star Team earlier this month, is with the Edmonton Oilers. In 18 games this season with Edmonton, Omark has recorded eight points (2-6-8).

Barons winger Alex Giroux will join McDonald on the Western Conference All Star squad as the captain. Giroux was selected as the captain by AHL President Dave Andrews for his service and leadership within the league. Giroux currently leads the Barons in scoring with 52 points (22-30-52). His point total is good for second in the league while his goal total puts him third.

The 2011 AHL All Star Classic, presented by Capital BlueCross is January 30 - 31 in Hershey, Pennsylvania. The event will begin with the All Star Skills Competition January 30 at 3 p.m. The game January 31 will feature the Western Conference All Stars against the Eastern Conference All Stars. The 2011 AHL All Star Classic presented by Capital BlueCross will be broadcast live on TSN in Canada and a comprehensive group of regional networks in the United States, including FoxSports Southwest in Oklahoma.

This week, the Barons are home for three games starting Wednesday at 7:05 p.m. against the Chicago Wolves. Friday, the Barons take on the Texas Stars at 6:05 p.m. The week concludes Saturday against Chicago at 7:05 p.m.

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