Presented to individual in U.S., Canada who has positively impacted their community, culture, or society ...

Willie O’Ree won’t be standing on TD Garden ice on ... Generations of players know him as hockey’s Jackie Robinson. The primary topic: “How can we, with intent and purpose, make this ...

It’s been 67 years since Willie O’Ree became the first black player in the NHL when he made his debut with the Boston Bruins ...

The Premier Hockey Federation’s Boston Pride added one of hockey’s most legendary names to their ownership group, announcing that Willie O’Ree has joined the organization as an owner. O ...

On Jan. 18, 1958, Canadian Willie O’Ree became the first Black player in the National Hockey League as he made his debut with ...

“This esteemed honor is befitting of Willie O’Ree, a pioneer whose impact on hockey has been groundbreaking, profound, and enduring," NHL commissioner Gary Bettman said in a statement.

Willie O'Ree, Johnny Bucyk, Terry O'Reilly, Cam Neely, Andy Brickley, Ray Bourque, Patrice Bergeron, Zdeno Chara, and Brad Marchand. Puck drop from TD Garden's game between the Bruins and ...

1958 — Canadian born Willie O’Ree becomes the NHL’s first black player for the Boston Bruins. 1972 — The Lakers’ Jerry West, hits a last second, 20-foot jumper to lead the West team to a 112-110 NBA ...

Three finalists have been selected from submitted nominees, who, through the game of hockey, have positively impacted his or her community, culture or society. The winner of the Willie O'Ree ...