The auction of a jersey worn and signed by the late Jerry Collins to raise money for his young daughter has reached nearly $600 only a few hours after it began.
The jersey is being auctioned by former Hurricanes commercial manager Sam Rossiter-Stead. All funds go directly to Collins' daughter Ayla.
The auction began at about 3am today with no reserve, and by 10am 21 bidders had pushed the bid to $595.
"Ever since the accident I've been waiting for the right time to sell the jersey to raise as much money as possible for Ayla," Rossiter-Stead said. "And this weekend is perfect with the Hurricanes playing the final."