Iditarod XXXV musher Eric Rogers (Bib # 21) officially scratched at Iditarod Checkpoint at 5pm this evening (March 13, 2007). The Eagle River Musher spent last night at Don’s cabin (which is located between Ophir and Iditarod) suffering from both leg and frostbite injuries. According to Race Officials Rogers’ sled had also been damaged. The rest of Rogers team was in good condition.

Race Officials say that the trail sweeps escorted Rogers to Iditarod where he made the decision to scratch.