The NHL will celebrate Black History Month for the first time, shifting its focus in February from its wide-ranging “Hockey Is For Everyone” campaign to emphasize racial diversity in the sport. The league and NHL Players’ Association will announce the joint initiative Friday morning. Blue Jackets defenceman Seth Jones (C) is one of several black stars who will be the subject of video specials this month as the NHL celebrates Black History Month for the first time. “I think a focus like this during Black History Month will affirm those many kids of colour that are already playing our game,” Davis said. Blue Jackets defenceman Seth Jones, one of several Black stars who will be the subject of video specials this month, said “important conversations and perspectives will be shared as part of the Black History Month celebration.” Predators defenceman P.K.

Source: thestar February 01, 2019 15:22 UTC