RetroSeasons recaps past sports seasons through stories, photos, videos, and stats from every team, league, and stadium in history. Coverage includes the NBA, NFL, MLB and NHL, as well as vintage media from defunct teams and leagues.
Willie O’Ree is a Canadian hockey player who is best known for being the first black player to play in the National Hockey League (NHL). O’Ree began his hockey career in the 1950s, playing in the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League. He was a talented player, and in 1957, he was signed by the Boston Bruins.
