CINCINNATI — The Cincinnati Cyclones made history at their game on Saturday night.
The Cyclones were the first team in pro hockey history to have an all-Black starting line-up when the team played the Wheeling Nailers on Saturday.
The following players started in the game:
- Kyle Bollers
- Josh Burnside
- Landon Cato
- Elijah Gonsalves
- Jalen Smereck
For the first time in professional hockey history, tonight's starting five skaters are all players of color!Representation matters ❤️ pic.twitter.com/P4sABLcIgF
— Cincinnati Cyclones (@CincyCyclones) March 30, 2024
The Cyclones beat the Nailers 3-2 in overtime.