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Originally Posted by Innsertnamehere
It'll probably be the Marlies.
The Marlies are lost in Toronto as they get 0 attention in the media market which is dominated by the Leafs. They would probably do better in Hamilton and would remain close enough for day-of call-ups if needed, which is why they were relocated to Toronto from St John's in the first place.
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The Marlies averaged 5900 fans a game last year in Toronto, which is more than Hamilton AHL teams have historically drawn. And they are closer in Toronto to the home club and its trainers, practice facilities, et cetera.