NHLPA to Donate 100 Full Sets of Gear to Defending The Blue Line

You have read several posts about Defending The Blue Line here in the past. We wanted to pass along some great news they have released today.

For more information on this, make the jump.

As you should know by know, DTBL is a group founded and run by soldiers here in Minnesota. Their mission is to ensure that the children of military service members can continue with the dream of playing hockey, no matter what happens due to military matters.

Always gracious and humbled by the outpouring of support for the organization, founder Shane Hudella had this comment:

Many of you may be wondering why DTBL. I could certainly make the case, but I would rather leave it to those who support it the most. First, NHLPA Goals & Dreams Chairman Devin Smith:

Indeed, the NHLPA has been a welcome partner for many organizations across the globe, none more grateful for that support than DTBL. This is the second such grant from the PA to DTBL.

As for the two players whose support for DTBL has been unwavering, here is what they had to say.

Brent Burns, one of the largest supporters of DTBL:

George Parros, one of the more unheralded supporters adds this:

Now, I know this doesn't have much to do with the Wild, or what is going on with the team. However, this is important. It is important to know that the players are helping organizations such as DTBL, and that organizations such as this exist. What better way to give back than to help kids play hockey?

I can't think of an organization that deserves this grant more than DTBL, and I am glad to see this gear coming to military families that have sacrificed so much.

If you would like more information on the event on the 15th, please visit Defending The Blue Line's website, and head to the "Events" tab. The event is not open to the public, only to military service members and their families. If you are a military family and would like to participate, please contact Shane at DTBlueLine@AOL.com.