Autographed Gordie Howe jersey stolen from Sask. hockey arena

It’s a huge hit for a small town hockey rink.

An autographed Gordie Howe jersey, which was set to be raffled off as part of an annual fundraiser, has been stolen from the rink it was supposed to raise money for.

The jersey was taken from the arena in Asquith, around 40 kilometres west of Saskatoon, during a break-in sometime over weekend.

Jody Nehring with the Asquith community sports centre said Tuesday the theft has been particularly hard on kids who use the rink.
 
“There were a lot of tears shed. They’re devastated. They don’t understand it,” Nehring said. “For them, it could mean the difference between them playing hockey next year.”