# @thegistusa on Instagram

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DTLbr9GjA-9
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/38699424-thegistusa-instagram
- **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/postThumbnails/2034927276.jpg
- **Posted:** 2026-01-06T18:05:18.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** The GIST USA (@thegistusa) — https://gondola.cc/thegistusa

## Caption

The annual Hershey Bears Teddy Bear Toss collected 81,796 stuffed toys this year. 🧸⁣
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In this annual tradition, now in its 25th year, fans throw plushies onto the ice after the Bears' first goal. The toys are then distributed to 60 local charities. 🥰⁣
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Over the years, the Teddy Bear Toss has amassed a total of 648,246 stuffed animals for the community. 🙌⁣
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What's your favorite tradition in sports? 🤗⁣
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(c/o thehersheybears, nhl) ⁣
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#mensports #hockey #feelgood #wholesome

## Stats

- **Views:** 10,209
- **Likes:** 980
- **Shares:** 0
- **Comments:** 25

## Credits

| Name | Username | Profile | Role |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| The GIST USA | @thegistusa | https://gondola.cc/thegistusa | Sports Media Outlet |

## Tags

mensports, hockey, wholesome, feelgood

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