Don't burn that Rams gear.

Andy Karandzieff, the scoopmaster at Crown Candy Kitchen has been a faithful fans of the Rams since they came to St. Louis in 1995. Through good times and bad, he was at most homes games, suffering, then celebrating, then suffering again through the team's 22-year stay.

So when he heard Tuesday that the team was moving to L.A., his first inclination was to torch the numerous Rams jerseys, hoodies, T-shirts, caps and hats that he and his wife, Sherri, have collected over the years.

"I probably have six sweatshirt/hoodies, that many t-shirts, a couple of jerseys, some caps. And Sherri has a like amount," he said. "We even have a poncho we bought in Mexico."

But after hearing others say they also planned to burn the merchandise, Karandzieff said he realized it could be put to better use. He plans to donate the goods and is encouraging others to do the same.

And from Thursday through Monday, anyone who brings Rams clothing in to Crown Candy, 1401 St. Louis Avenue, will get some free chocolate for their good deed, Karandzieff said.

"Why just waste them when someone else in need could put them to good use?" he said.

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