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By: Liz Rizzo | Follow me on Twitter @pastagrl88
A pioneer in the NHL, Boston Bruins Willie O’Ree reflected recently on what Black History Month meant to him and to the sport of hockey. O’Ree broke ground in 1958 when he became the first black player to play in the NHL. In a recent essay that he wrote for NHL.com, O’Ree reflected on the … Keep Reading
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By: Evan Michael | Follow me on Twitter @Evan007onTV
When the NHL celebrated its “Centennial Memories” campaign with 100 of the greatest moments in hockey history last Spring, many of the clips featured highlight-reel goals & saves, Stanley Cup championships & champions, and unforgettable interviews with living legends of the game. But one very specific clip — a tribute if you will — resonated not only all … Keep Reading
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By: Mark Allred | Follow Me On Twitter @BlackAndGold277
Yesterday, the National Hockey League announced there will be a new piece of hardware being presented at this year’s awards ceremony held once again in Las Vegas, Nevada. This year’s festivities from Sin City will feature former Boston Bruins player Willie O’Ree and acknowledge his pursuit to promote the game through racial diversity … Keep Reading
By: Andrew Thompson Twitter: @godwentwhoops
Today is the 60th anniversary of Willie O’ Ree playing in the NHL. He was the first African-American player to suit up in the league, and he did it while wearing the Black and Gold of the Boston Bruins. O’ Ree ended up playing against the Montreal Canadiens that night (another page in the glorious history of the rivalry between those two teams).… Keep Reading
By: Mark Allred Follow Me On Twitter @BlackAndGold277
On June 25, 2017, The Hockey Hall of Fame Induction Committee made the call to several great players deserving the honor to have their plaque stored at the famous location in the hockey hotbed of Toronto, Ontario. This year’s class will include two former Bruins that played for the team in Boston and were instrumental pieces in B’s history. Long-time National Hockey … Keep Reading
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