Our blog is known for edge (not really but I like to think so). There is no more a Sportsman than a common man. A guy who hasn't played any professional sports prior to a heroic effort and he's over 40 years old. Who makes a living driving the most interesting vehicle in the history of conveyance, the Zamboni. Check, check, and, check. And he played in a game in which his team won. The Carolina Hurricanes found themselves without a goalie after both James Reimer (injury) and Petr Mrazek (collision) were forced out of the game. Enter David Ayres. Part time Zamboni driver for the Toronto Marlies (AHL) entered the game and after allowing two goals on two shots (cutting the lead to one goal) to the hosting Toronto Maple Leafs, stopped the next eight shots to enable the Canes to hold onto a 6-3 win. Let's not fool ourselves, we all dream of that day we are called into action off the sidelines and get to lead our team to victory. It just doesn't happen. Except to David Ayres. Our Sportsman of the Week!
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