The Saskatoon Blades revealed that “Friday’s Suits Up to Promote Organ Donation Night” raised over $9,700 for the local branch of the Kidney Foundation.

The money is 100% raised from the blind auction of the special jerseys and blazers worn by Bridge City Bunch players and coaches in Friday’s 2-1 overtime win over Regina at SaskTel Centre. Following is the official news release from the Blue and Gold…

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Good afternoon!

The numbers have been totaled, and The Saskatoon Blades are happy to announce $9,710.51 has been raised from Friday night’s HNIC jersey auction, in partnership with The WHL Suits Up to Promote Organ Donation. 100% of the proceeds are going towards the local branch of The Kidney Foundation, aimed at helping those who are receiving treatment related to organ donation.