Note: This story was published in October 2020 and is being republished with minor updates for Black History Month.Willie ...

They want to eliminate any remnant of the barriers and the hate that Willie O'Ree - the first Black man to play in the NHL - conquered when he debuted with the Boston Bruins. Paris and his family ...

By Sal Barry, Puck Culture and contributing writer. 1. WILLIE O’REE. 1997-98 Pinnacle Beehive #75 & 1961-62 Topps #20. When ...

O’Ree is 89 years old and played for the Quebec Hockey League and Boston Bruins. The painting appears ... Ashanté’s incredible artwork of legend Willie O’Ree and current Penguins defenseman ...

Ayodele Adeniye, a defenseman for the Peoria Rivermen, is a rookie pro hockey player with a rich cultural background. Adeniye's journey has included being born with misaligned eyes and playing college ...

When Willie O’Ree debuted with the Bruins on Jan. 18, 1958, he was the first Black player to skate in the NHL. He appeared in two games for Boston that season and another 43 in 1960-61.

In time for Black History Month, Bison players Bryce Montgomery and Thomas Stewart share their thoughts on growing up as ...

As Black History Month wraps up, the hockey world has given praise to very deserving names from the past and present, ...