Sharks Hire Mike Grier as First Black General Manager in NHL History

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NHL; First Black General Manager; Mike Grier

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Grier, the first Black GM in NHL history, will be introduced by Sharks president Jonathan Becher and assistant GM Joe Will during a press conference at 11 a.m. PT.

The 47-year-old Grier played in the NHL from 1996-97 through 2010-11, including a three-year stint with the Sharks from 2006-07 through the 2008-09 season. In 221 games with San Jose, the forward scored 35 goals and recorded 43 assists.

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By Ali Thanawalla

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https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/sports/sharks-hire-mike-grier-as-first-black-general-manager-in-nhl-history/2873927/?fbclid=IwAR0mwDdfMxXbFny6dAfwLO_qr2hcSrPztJ5MJmwI0VlBIMsVH0x_e1m9WGc

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nbcchicago.com

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