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Sharks' Evander Kane named co-head of new Hockey Diversity Alliance

Evander Kane continues to be a face and voice for social and racial injustices. That includes in the NHL as well.

The Sharks' star winger announced Monday the formation of the Hockey Diversity Alliance. Kane will serve as co-head with Akim Aliu, who last played in the NHL in 2013.

Former Sharks winger Joel Ward, who announced his retirement on April 27, was named to the executive committee as well.

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— Evander Kane (@evanderkane_9) June 8, 2020

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