NHL Black Hockey History Tour presented by American Legacy:
The NHL's celebration of Black Hockey History will continue in Newark on Monday, Feb. 10 from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.) and Tuesday, Feb. 11 from 1 p.m. - 8 p.m. with the NHL Black Hockey History Tour presented by American Legacy. For the second season, this uniquely curated mobile museum will visit 14 cities across North America to celebrate the NHL and Black History Month. The Black History Month celebration is part of Hockey Is For Everyone, a joint NHL and NHLPA initiative that has celebrated diversity and inclusion in hockey since 1996.
Museum Highlights:
Private Pre-Game WILLIE Screening:
From 5:00 p.m. to 6:45 p.m., the New Jersey Devils will hold a private screening of WILLIE, the story of the Willie O'Ree, the first black player to skate in a National Hockey League game.
Six African American Hockey In New Jersey Players to Join New Jersey Devils Players on Blue Line
In celebration of Black Hockey History Month, six children from Hockey in New Jersey Program will join Devils players on the blue line during the national anthem. The national anthem will be sung by Newark Boys Chorus School.
Black Hockey History Month T-Shirts:
Devils Black Hockey History Montht-shirts will be sold on Prudential Center's main concourse outside Section 20 for $25, with all proceeds benefitting UNCF.
Game Presentation Honors Key Moments in Black Hockey History:
Throughout the game, the New Jersey Devils will highlightkey moments in Black Hockey History and Devils Hockey History:
For more information, fans may go to
NewJerseyDevils.com/BlackHockeyHistory
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On Monday, March 23, the New Jersey Devils will host Hockey is for Everyone: Gender Equality Night. The night will include an all-women pregame panel and networking event titled, Women in the Business of Hockey. The panel will feature influential women who hold various roles on the business side of hockey. Proceeds from 50/50 sales will benefit Devils Care Foundation with funds earmarked for Girls Youth Hockey Initiatives.
