Ryan Tverberg shines on first line, late PP goal allows Toronto Marlies to snatch shootout victory vs. Laval
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Ryan Tverberg shines on first line, late PP goal allows Toronto Marlies to snatch shootout victory vs. Laval
"Elevated to the first line, Ryan Tverberg made an immediate impact and should have been rewarded on the scoreboard inside 80 seconds. Bo Groulx fired wide from the slot on a feed from Logan Shaw, who kept the play alive after Tverberg's solo drive to the net. On the same shift, Tverberg reacted first to a rebound from Shaw's shot but planted his effort off the post."
"This was a comeback victory that should not have been necessary for the Over 40 minutes, the A late power-play strike from an unfamiliar source and success in the skills competition allowed the Toronto Marlies. Marlies were excellent value for their 2-0 lead and should have been ahead by more than two goals. Suddenly, a sloppy start and a 40-second brainfart resulted in Laval taking a 3-2 lead with 13 minutes remaining. Marlies to rescue a much-needed two points."
The Toronto Marlies overcame a late Laval comeback to secure the win after a late power-play strike and success in the skills competition. The Marlies dominated early play, generating several high-quality chances and holding a 2-0 lead while Jacob Fowler and Dennis Hildeby exchanged key saves. Elevated to the first line, Ryan Tverberg created immediate pressure and nearly scored inside 80 seconds. Toronto's relentless forecheck kept Laval on the back foot, with Alex Nylander and Marc Johnstone each failing on partial breakaways. A late 40-second lapse allowed Laval to take a 3-2 lead before the Marlies rallied to regain victory.
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