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On tonight's episode: One final game.
For years, Darren Simms had been a fixture around North Bay hockey rinks, cheering for his hometown Trappers, Lakers and Battalion. But this season, amid failing health, he had been noticeably absent from the stands.
Recently admitted to the Nipissing Serenity Hospice, the "self-proclaimed diehard fan" was given the gift of one last game.
The Community Paramedicine program and the OHL's North Bay Battalion joined forces last weekend to bring Simms to the rink — and have him read the starting lineup inside the home locker room.
SEE: Cheering for his team one last time
BayToday reporter Chris Dawson, who wrote about the heartwarming moment, joins us tonight with all the details. You can read his coverage HERE.
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