The Laval Rocket had a rare Monday afternoon game and a slow start doomed their Family Day matinee as they fell to the Toronto Marlies 6-2.
The game was played at Scotiabank Arena, the home of the Toronto Maple Leafs in order to hold more fans for the special occasion.
Michael McNiven was making his first start for the Rocket since January 12, and allowed four goals on 16 shots in the opening period. It was his first game action since his NHL debut, where he allowed three goals in the third period against the Minnesota Wild on January 24.