Canada Post has continued its relationship with the NHL Alumni by issuing a pair of stamps in a commemorative booklet featuring Willie O’Ree, the first Black player in NHL history. The stamps went on sale at Canada Post outlets across Canada Friday. They are also available online at canadapost.ca. The three-panel booklet tells the story of O’Ree and how he joined the Boston … [Read more...] about Canada Post Releases Collectible Willie O’Ree Stamp Set
Willie O'Ree
Recalling When Pinnacle Resurrected Bee Hive Hockey
There were so many sports card sets produced in 1997-98 that you could probably have a 25th anniversary celebration of any given release on any given day this year. However, for me, there is one that is special to my heart. When I arrived at Pinnacle as their NHL hockey brand manager in March, 1997, we were in the planning stages for the 1997-98 season. There was one set … [Read more...] about Recalling When Pinnacle Resurrected Bee Hive Hockey
Notes: Young Guns Checklist; More on eBay Guarantee; O’Ree Retirement Jersey Auction; 49ers Collector
Collectors who’ve been waiting for 2021-22 Upper Deck Hockey will have to be a little more patient for Series 1 to arrive, but the company says it’s now being printed. On Thursday, they offered the checklist for the popular Young Guns insert set. Among the highlights are Montreal Canadiens standout Cole Caufield and Anaheim’s Trevor Zegras, who also appear on the … [Read more...] about Notes: Young Guns Checklist; More on eBay Guarantee; O’Ree Retirement Jersey Auction; 49ers Collector
Willie O’Ree Waited 40 Years For His Rookie Card
The Boston Bruins retired Willie O'Ree's number 22 this week. As I watched the ceremony, I sat in my mancave and flipped through a couple of binders of hockey cards and old BeeHive photos. Tuesday was the 64th anniversary of O’Ree’s NHL debut, when he broke the NHL’s color barrier. On Wednesday, he was awarded the Congressional Gold Medal. “From a young age, … [Read more...] about Willie O’Ree Waited 40 Years For His Rookie Card
Notes: Durant Nets Debut Jersey Auction; Murray Gets Beckett Title; Sooz Joining Goldin; Brady Sales; TV Stories, More
A jersey worn by Kevin Durant in his Brooklyn Nets debut earlier this season is now up for sale. NBA Auctions has the blue number 7 shirt from the Nets’ season opener in its latest round of listings. Bidding was at $16,100 as of Wednesday afternoon. Durant wore the Icon Edition jersey during a 125-99 win over his former team, the Golden State Warriors, on December 22 … [Read more...] about Notes: Durant Nets Debut Jersey Auction; Murray Gets Beckett Title; Sooz Joining Goldin; Brady Sales; TV Stories, More
1961-62 Topps Hockey: Innovation On Ice and Cardboard
The early 1960s were an era filled with excitement for young Canadian hockey fans who had plenty of opportunities to collect items featuring their on-ice heroes. Whether it was the extremely popular Shiriff coins, octagonal cards distributed by York Peanut Butter, or even the venerable photos produced by Beehive Corn Syrup, there were plenty of "oddball" issues to keep you busy … [Read more...] about 1961-62 Topps Hockey: Innovation On Ice and Cardboard
Bruins Willie O’Ree Game Jerseys Up for Bids
Jerseys worn by the Boston Bruins when the club honored hockey pioneer Willie O’Ree earlier this season are on the auction block. MeiGray Auctions, in partnership with the team, is offering 23 game-worn sweaters carrying the special commemorative patch in an online sale. O’Ree holds a special place in hockey history as the first black player to appear in a game. The … [Read more...] about Bruins Willie O’Ree Game Jerseys Up for Bids
Upper Deck Card Honors Willie O’Ree
It doesn’t get the attention afforded Jackie Robinson’s MLB debut but Wednesday marked the 60th anniversary of the night Willie O’Ree broke the NHL’s color barrier. Called up from the minors to replace an injured player, O’Ree took the ice for the Boston Bruins in Montreal on January 17, 1958. Upper Deck has created a special card to commemorate the moment and … [Read more...] about Upper Deck Card Honors Willie O’Ree