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Harp tried to stop the Red swarm to no avail

Bugden stars in Sweater Classic

After waiting almost half a year for them to arrive, the TNH crowd finally donned their new sweaters last night for the semi-annual classic. It was well worth the wait.

Dubbed the "Sweater Classic" for want of a better name, the game inspired TNH rookie and veteran alike to a state of almost religious frenzy in the newly renovated confines of McCormick Ice palace.

Rod Barrass summed it up best - "I was getting worried, I thought McGee had duped us"

Barrass, the rookie defenseman for the Lee squad who had thought for sure The Commish had taken his sweater money and headed to Florida, was visibly relieved.

"I was glad he came through on his promise"

Veteran Goonmeister Ned Velagic, the noted fashion victim was not impressed with his new threads.

"Can't we go black or something, the white doesn't show off my eyes as well"

Maybe next year Ned.

The game was a one sided affair, with Lee's Red Team dominating from the drop of the puck. Bugden and linemate Kohn combined early and often to push the round black disk made of rubber past a challenged Kowalik.

"Don't look at me" said Kowalik "I'm suppose to have some guys in front of me doing some work aren't I?"

Not in this league Ronnie.

The game featured the spirited play of Paul "The Former Captain" Harp, who's end to end rushes were stymied by the defensive wall that is the Red squad. A frustrated Harp decided to dance with opposing defenseman Swanson and Woolley who would have none of his shenanigans. When reached for comment, Harp had this to say.

"They started it!"

Yes indeed.

The Sweater Classic marks the end of the first half of the season. Please note, there is a two week lay-off, play resumes January 9, 2006.

I will bring the remaining sweaters out on that day.

Have a good holiday.

The Commish.