Several current and former NHL players of color have formed The Hockey Diversity Alliance aiming to "eradicate racism and intolerance" in the sport.
Former NHL player Akim Aliu and Sharks forward Evander Kane serve as co-heads of the new group, and its executive committee includes Wild defender Matt Dumba, Sabres forward Wayne Simmonds, Red Wings defender Trevor Daley, Flyers forward Chris Stewart and recently retired NHL player Joel Ward.
"We will promote diversity at all levels of the game through community outreach and engagement with youth and will endeavor to make the game more affordable and accessible, the alliance said in a statement.