NHL Team Melts Away Racial Barriers (Part 1)

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The Atlanta Thrashers are no more, having been sold and relocating to Winnipeg.

But there was a time last year when the makeup of this team made history in the NHL. In a league with few black players, the Thrashers were on of the most diverse teams in the National Hockey League.

This is a league working to diversify their rosters and fan base, even as some of their star players of color endure ugly racist comments from fans.

These guys are impressive, see for yourself:

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