Honoring a Sports Pioneer: Willie O’Ree Becomes First NHL Player To Receive Congressional Gold Medal
Just in time for Black History Month, the accolades keep pouring in for this Black NHL pioneer....
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Boston Bruins Honoring NHL’s First Black Player Willie O’Ree By Retiring Jersey
Willie O'Ree, the first Black player in the NHL is being honored on Jan. 18 by the Boston Bruins....
Senate Passes Bill To Award First Black Hockey Player Congressional Gold Medal
A call to honor the first Black National Hockey League player has been successful. ...