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Sam Morton grew up in California and from a very early age, hockey was a big part of his life. 

Morton says it was a family thing.

“My dad built a roller rink a couple of blocks away from my house,” the 24-year-old said.

“So my brother, dad and I would be out there every day and just kind of fell in love with it there and ten started playing ice at like six years old.”

“Everyday I’d get home from school and I’d ask my dad if we could shoot pucks or go play roller hockey.  I got competitive with my older brother and that’s good for development you know competing with your older brother.”

Signed with the Flames

After finished his college career at Minnesota State U-Mankato in March, the 24-year-old forward signed a free agent contract with the Flames.

Minnesota St. forward Sam Morton (6) skates against the Bowling Green during an NCAA hockey game on Friday, Jan. …