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Maple Leafs recall defencemen Cole McWard and Dakota Mermis

Toronto brought both defencemen up from the AHL's Marlies ahead of Saturday's game in Edmonton.

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File photo: Toronto Maple Leafs defenceman Cole McWard controls the puck against the Montreal Canadiens at Bell Centre. — David Kirouac-Imagn Images

The Toronto Maple Leafs recalled defencemen Cole McWard and Dakota Mermis from the AHL's Toronto Marlies on Friday, the club announced.

Mermis has one assist through seven AHL appearances this season. McWard has three assists in five games this season, according to Sportsnet.

The recalls add options on defence ahead of Toronto’s game in Edmonton on Saturday.

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