"I need to sit back and focus on what I need to do for me. For years I put the team first...and that worked great for the first 25 yrs...but now I need to think about "after spongee."
"Sweet B", known for his feisty on ice prowess is currently the second leading scorer in Elkhorns history, sitting only 29 pts behind the franchises leading scorer Murray D...
"If Murray hadn't taken up goal, he would be way ahead" said his brother and team mate Ronny D.
Sweetness indicated that although he can't play full time this year, he is not abandoning the club. He may be available for important games when his leadership is needed. " I don't just walk away from guys that have been a major part of my life, I'll be there if needed"..."I just can't do it for an entire grinding season"....
Elkhorn GM, Peter M has been quiet about the announcement only stating "Who the fuck am I going to close down Smitty's with on Sunday nights now?"
- Associated Press
