Thunderbirds 'Teddy Bear Toss' fills ice with toys for kids

Back here in western Massachusetts, it's the season of giving. Twin2 News reporter Victoria Buddy joins us live in studio with how the Thunderbirds are helping the community. Nicole, toys everywhere inside the Thunderdome. You could barely even see the ice. And the Thunderbirds say this is what makes the annual teddy bear toss so special. >> A teddy bear toss to remember. The Springfield Thunderbirds taking on the Bruins in a soldout game for their annual theme night. Thousands throwing out stuffed animals they want to donate after the T-Ird scored their first goal, including me. Fans happy to cheer on their favorite team and help those in need this holiday. Making sure everyone has something under the tree. >> So, my wife picked them up somewhere. Uh she's really thrifty and likes to find unique stuff like this. So, I'm not I'm sure not a lot of kids have toys like these kicking around. >> This time of year means everything. You know, we've been through some hard times ourselves, so to give back is a good feeling. >> All toys this year will be donated to local children. Some people even bringing bags full of toys to the game, sharing they wouldn't want to miss this theme night. >> I have been a season ticket holder since the coliseum days. I live for hockey. Summertime I have withdrawals, but I love my hockey. >> This game was sold out and if you'd like to see them play at home next, you can on the 27th. That game starts at five o'clock. working for you. Victoria Buddy, 22 News.