“We got better every shift, and the guys stuck to our game plan. The younger defensemen have really started to play extremely well. They are getting some confidence. They are understanding how to win and be consistent.”
– John Gruden
After weathering an early storm, the Marlies found the scoring touch that has eluded them at times this season. Their confidence with the puck offensively was evident as Toronto hung eight goals on a competitive Providence team.
First Period
The opening 20 minutes of the game certainly did not indicate a blowout victory for the Marlies was in the cards.