Marlies Captain Wins David Andrews Award of Excellence

Toronto Marlies captain Logan Shaw is the recipient of the 2025-26 David Andrews Award of Excellence, previously known as the President’s Award. The American Hockey League (AHL) made the announcement Wednesday night.

The AHL presents the David Andrews Award of Excellence to both an organization and a player, with Shaw receiving the player excellence award in recognition of his outstanding accomplishments over the past year. The Glace Bay, Nova Scotia native is the first Toronto Marlies player to be recognized with this award.

“Logan embodies everything you hope for in a captain and a professional,” said Ryan Hardy, Toronto Marlies General Manager. “He has set the standard for what it means to be a Toronto Marlie through his mentorship of younger players, the way he represents our organization in the community, and the compete level he brings to every game.”

“The respect he has earned throughout our organization is a reflection of his character and his unwavering commitment to the values we strive to uphold every day,” said Hardy. “We’re incredibly proud to see him recognized by the American Hockey League with the David Andrews Award of Excellence. It is a well-deserved honor for an exceptional person who has made a lasting impact on our team, our organization, and our community.”

Marlies Captain Honored

In the 2025-26 season, Shaw became Toronto’s franchise leader in points (223) and assists (137). He recorded his fourth career 50-plus point season, leading all Marlies in points (54) and assists (31). In 24 postseason games, he registered 9 goals and 8 assists for 17 points. He also registered three game-winning goals, while leading the Marlies to their second Calder Cup championship.

Shaw has appeared in 589 career AHL games, registering 169 goals and 215 assists for 384 points. He was originally selected by Florida in the third round (76th overall) of the 2011 NHL Draft.

During his four seasons with Toronto, the Marlies captain has twice been selected for the AHL All-Star Game, was the first Marlies player to receive the Fred T. Hunt Memorial Award and captured his first Calder Cup championship.

Shaw, who originally signed with Toronto on July 13th, 2022, signed a two-year contract extension in December 2024. That extension took effect last season (2025-26). This coming season (2026-27) is the final year of his deal. I will not be surprised if the 34-year-old re-signs to stay in Toronto and retire as captain of the Marlies.

“This tops my hockey moments for sure,” said Shaw after winning the Calder Cup. “I hope these young guys get a lot more (championships). I hope to guide them to a lot more, as much as I can. But I’m going to soak this one in for sure. And Toronto, they’re in a great spot. The prospects are awesome; these guys are awesome. The organization does everything the right way. And we’re champions!”