August 31, 2007

A proud member of the American Hockey League, the Toronto Marlies announced Thursday their three game exhibition schedule is set to begin on Wednesday, September 26 at Burlington’s Central Arena. The Marlies will face the defending Calder Cup Champion Hamilton Bulldogs – AHL affiliate of the Montreal Canadiens – in what will be opening pre-season action for both teams. Tickets are available for $10 and can be purchased through the Bulldogs’ office or at Central Arena’s entrance doors on the night of the game.

The Marlies will travel to northwestern Ontario to face the Manitoba Moose – AHL affiliate of the Vancouver Canucks – at Fort Frances Memorial Sports Centre on Friday, September 28 at 7 p.m. local (central) time. The two-game trip concludes on Saturday, September 29 when the Moose host the Marlies at Dryden, Ontario’s Memorial Arena at 7 p.m. CDT.

The Marlies will open their third season in Toronto when they host the Rochester Americans – AHL affiliate of the Buffalo Sabres & Florida Panthers – on Saturday, October 6 at Ricoh

Coliseum at 4:30 p.m. For ticket information, including season ticket packages and priority seating, visit www.torontomarlies.com or call the team’s ticket line at 416-597-PUCK.