The Philadelphia Flyers made a heartwarming gesture by including 9-year-old Owen Micciche, who has battled cancer, in their team activities. Owen participated in warm-ups, sat on the bench, and even read out the starting lineup. This heartwarming act garnered widespread attention and support from the hockey community, with many expressing admiration for the Flyers' decision. The team's initiative was part of the 'Hockey Fights Cancer' night, a significant event that resonated deeply with players and fans alike. The Flyers' compassionate gesture has been widely lauded, and it has brought attention to the importance of supporting those affected by cancer in the sports community.
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tonight is #HockeyFightsCancer night at @AmalieArena — I talked to some of the players about what it means to them: “A few family members got cancer in my lifetime and, to see the support that everyone has for everyone fighting, it’s a big honor and proud to be a part of this… https://t.co/mEcCZ5Vcml
It’s Hockey Fights Cancer Night as #GoBolts host Pittsburgh, and #TBLightning wall reflects both survivors and those lost to this terrible disease. https://t.co/g8unizFOvE
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Hockey Fights Cancer night pics from our photographer @icehockeymike37. Pretty neat knit caps, and sticks TK with an awesome stick dedicated for the night. https://t.co/U4q7niUSCy
Owen Micciche's special night on hockey fights cancer night at the Wells Fargo Center Our photographer @icehockeymike37 captured this shot with Owen Tippett @NHLFlyers https://t.co/KbUi7hUQXW
Newly signed Owen Micciche had a great night with the Flyers. #Flyers #letsgoflyers https://t.co/a1ZZjQGMP3
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John Tortorella spoke postgame about 9yo Owen Micciche last night. Owen has battled cancer virtually his whole life, served as Flyers captain last night, sat on the bench and participated in pregame skate. Good on you, John. 🎗 https://t.co/HtCJUx0O1F
Hockey fans loved the Flyers adding a special 9-year-old 'enforcer' to their bench https://t.co/qkadNB2DlY https://t.co/u2TGXLVSzX
Owen Micciche, 9-years-old, was the best part of the Flyers game. What a picture from our very own @rob_windfelder of him on the Flyers bench right before warm-ups #Flyers #LetsGoFlyers https://t.co/UxQZ4LhzXU
Owen Micciche, 9-years-old, was the best part of the Flyers game. What a picture from our very own Rob Windfelder of him on the Flyers bench right before warm-ups @NHLFlyers https://t.co/mjC0NkSlC6
What a memory for Owen Micciche. Reading the Flyers starting lineup, alongside Owen Tippett 💜 #LetsGoFlyers https://t.co/7yhFkXv9TU
Special moment for Owen Micciche 💜 #LetsGoFlyers https://t.co/eotS8SO7DO
A number of Flyers players wearing the white and lavender cancer awareness hats during warmups. https://t.co/EVukS6aU2I
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