The Texas Stars are loose and ready to head to Toronto for Games 1 and 2 of the Calder Cup Final series. The Marlies are a strong competitor, and Texas is well aware of their potency.
"We know they’re a good hockey club. We’re just going to play the brand of hockey we know how to play," said head coach Derek Laxdal. "This group is a resilient group, a tight-knit group. We have a deep group that plays hard. When they’re down, they don’t quit. When they’re up, they don’t quit. If we’re down or up, lose or win, they’re going to respond the same way.