‘Simmonds, now 31, has used his platform as a well-respected NHL player to try to make hockey accessible to everyone, no matter their socioeconomic background. Over his 12 NHL seasons, Simmonds has scored 251 regular-season goals while demonstrating passionate leadership and an impenetrable loyalty toward teammates.’
Sabres' Wayne Simmonds the 'ultimate warrior' and 'one of the nicest guys'
Source: Buffalo News