On January 18, 1958, Willie O'Ree made history with the Boston Bruins as the first black player to skate in a National Hockey League game. O'Ree went on to play professional hockey for 21 years, shattering a barrier that had stood for over 40 years and inspiring generations of young athletes to pursue their dreams. Willie didn't just play the game, he changed it forever.
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