Emergency goaltender Scott Foster to attend Blackhawks morning skates

Chicago Blackhawks goalie Scott Foster (90) defends against Winnipeg Jets center Paul Stastny (25) during the third period of an NHL hockey game Thursday, March 29, 2018, in Chicago. (Kamil Krzaczynski/AP)

CHICAGO — Scott Foster is going to help the Chicago Blackhawks at some optional morning skates after his memorable appearance as an emergency goaltender last season.

Foster joined regular goalies Corey Crawford and Cam Ward for practice on Thursday morning before Chicago’s game against the New York Rangers.

Foster is part of a crew of recreational goaltenders who staff Chicago’s home games in case of emergencies for either team. He was pressed into action March 29 against Winnipeg and stopped all seven shots he faced over the final 14 minutes of the Blackhawks’ 6-2 victory.

The 36-year-old Foster, an accountant who played college hockey for Western Michigan, became a fan favourite after his successful NHL debut. He was honoured at the NHL Awards show in Las Vegas, and the team also paid tribute to him at its fan convention.

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