Val James

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Val James (Born - February 14, 1957 in Ocala, Florida, U.S.) is a retired American Professional Hockey Left Winger who played 2 seasons in the National Hockey League for the Buffalo Sabres and Toronto Maple Leafs.

Contents 1 Playing career 2 Awards & Achievements 3 Records 4 Career Statistics 5 International Play

[edit] Playing career

James was drafted by the Detroit Red Wings in the 16th Round, 184th overall in the 1977 NHL Entry Draft after playing 2 seasons in the QMJHL for the Quebec Remparts. Val James holds the distinction of being the first Floridian and first African-American to play for the Toronto Maple Leafs.

[edit] Awards & Achievements

Val James was the first American-born black player in the NHL when he debuted with the Sabres.

[edit] Records

[edit] Career Statistics

[edit] International Play