Mike Marson

Michael Robert Marson (born July 24, 1955) was a Canadian left winger who played six seasons in the National Hockey League for the Washington Capitals and the Los Angeles Kings between 1974 and 1979. Drafted 19th overall in the 1974 NHL Entry Draft, he became the second Black Canadian to play in the NHL, following Willie O'Ree. His first NHL game on October 9, 1974, was also the first game in Washington Capitals franchise history. In his rookie season he posted 16 goals and 12 assists for 28 points in 76 games, the best offensive output of his NHL career. Prior to turning professional, Marson led the Sudbury Wolves with 94 points in the 1973–74 OHA season at age 18.