Willie O’Ree is one of the legends of the game. On February 18, he will have his jersey raised to the rafters for all the Bruins and their fans to admire.
NHL News: Willie O’Ree to be honored in Boston
“After breaking the color barrier as a Boston Bruin in 1958 and eventually retiring from professional hockey in 1979, Willie became the ultimate ambassador for improving diversity and inclusion within the game of hockey,” Bruins CEO Charlie Jacobs said.
“The entire hockey world is forever indebted to Willie for all that he has done, and continues to do, for the sport.