Willie O'Ree
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Articles
Willie O'Ree Community Hero Award nominations open
Nominations for the Willie O'Ree Community Hero Award are open for 2026, celebrating those who impact hockey and their communities.
NHL.com
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O'Ree's 'powerful contribution' to hockey celebrated ahead of his 90th birthday
Celebrate Willie O'Ree's 90th birthday, the first Black player in the NHL, whose legacy inspires diversity in hockey.
NHL.com
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O'Ree's 'powerful contribution' to hockey celebrated ahead of his 90th birthday
Celebrate Willie O'Ree's 90th birthday and his groundbreaking impact as the first Black NHL player.
NHL.com
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#PHNBookReview: Meet Willie O’Ree
Willie O'Ree’s legacy as the first black NHL player inspires future athletes. His story highlights inclusion in hockey.
Pro Hockey News
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Toronto Maple Leafs History of Black Hockey Players
Explore the legacy of Black players like Herb Carnegie and P.K. Subban in Toronto Maple Leafs history.
The Hockey Writers
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NHL’s Top 5 All-Time Indigenous Players
Discover the contributions of Indigenous players like Willie O'Ree and Grant Fuhr in NHL history.
The Hockey Writers
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