The Marlies took a 2-0 series lead after a big 5-2 win at Ricoh Coliseum.
After opening the Calder Cup Playoffs with a 7-4 win over the Grand Rapids on home ice, the Marlies bounced back after a slow start in Game 2 to take a commanding 2-0 series lead.
After an early Pulkkinen goal, just 40 seconds into the game, the Marlies began to reel, falling 7-1 in shots before a second goal set them back again.
Despite the set back, and continued pressure, Chris Gibson stayed calm, and kept the game close.