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Bruins To Retire Willie O'Ree's #22 in February
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Full Ceremony to Retire Willie O'Ree's No. 22 for the Bruins : r/hockey
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Bruins retiring jersey of NHL barrier breaker Willie O'Ree
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An honor and a message': The meaning of Willie O'Ree's jersey retirement - ESPN
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Thank You Willie O'Ree! We wanted to share a personal message today, thanking Willie O'Ree for the sacrifices he has made to pave the way for people of colour in hockey.
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Bruins retiring jersey of Willie O'Ree, who broke NHL colour barrier in 1958
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As the Bruins finally retire Willie O'Ree's number, it's time for the NHL to also honor its first Black player
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