Report: Sharks to hire Mike Grier as 1st Black GM in NHL history

The San Jose Sharks will hire Mike Grier as general manager on Tuesday, making him the first Black GM in NHL history, ESPN's Kevin Weekes reports.

Grier had a 14-year career as a player, including a three-year stint with the Sharks. After retiring, Grier worked as a scout for the Chicago Blackhawks, an assistant coach with the New Jersey Devils, and most recently, a hockey operations advisor with the New York Rangers.

He replaces interim general manager Joe Will, who took over for 19-year veteran Doug Wilson. Wilson temporarily stepped down for medical reasons before leaving his post for good.

The Sharks have missed the playoffs three seasons in a row and recently fired head coach Bob Boughner with the draft and free agency around the corner. Before its current drought, San Jose had only missed the postseason twice since 1997.

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