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Hockey is for everybody': Alton White, former Black hockey player, reflects on career
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An honor and a message': The meaning of Willie O'Ree's jersey retirement - ESPN
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Breaking Barriers: Boston Bruins Honor Willie O'Ree - The Source
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Canada recognizes breaking of racial barriers in NHL as act of historical significance
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Racist reaction to finale tarnishes Bruins' run - The Boston Globe
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A tragedy': 1st Black NHL player Willie O'Ree hopes George Floyd death sparks change - New Brunswick
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Then and now: UB hockey's trailblazing coaches reflect on experience, progress - The Spectrum
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NHL caravan that celebrates Black History Month will be in Seattle this weekend
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An honor and a message': The meaning of Willie O'Ree's jersey retirement - ESPN
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Black hockey player brings out the 'burning crosses' on Twitter
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