NHL’s 1st black player feels hockey is moving in the right direction with fines and suspensions being given to those, both on and off the ice, who utter racial slurs.
“I believe he did the right thing,” O’Ree said. “He felt within his heart, within his mind this is what he should have done and he went out and did it. I speak of racism, prejudice and bigotry and ignorance. It happens all the time. Not only in sports, but general life. I’ve had racial remarks and racial slurs directed at me in the gas station or in a drugstore or in a mall. It’s just because the color of your skin.
The latest incident of racism in hockey took place just a couple weeks back in the AHL when a player was suspended five games for using a racial slur. O’Ree is most saddened when he hears of young players having to deal with racism. His message to them is simple. O’Ree believes the most impactful change will likely come as more black players and players of color get the opportunity to move into more prominent positions within the game itself.
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