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Willie O'Ree's hockey jersey is retired, 64 years after he broke
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Bruins retiring number of Willie O'Ree, NHL's first Black player
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Bruins to retire Willie O'Ree's number
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The Always Underrated Willie O'Ree – Songs & Stories
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Willie O'Ree, Ice Hockey Wiki
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Bruins honor Willie O'Ree, NHL's first Black player
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Willie O'Ree and His Journey to the Hockey Hall of Fame
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Bruins to retire Willie O'Ree's No. 22 as Hurricanes visit
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Bruins notebook: B's honor Willie O'Ree