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Hamilton Police announced Sunday afternoon that former NHLer Ray Emery had drowned in Lake Ontario, calling the tragic situation a “case of misadventure.”
The netminder’s NHL career spanned 287 games, taking him through stints with the Ottawa Senators, Philadelphia Flyers, Chicago Blackhawks and Anaheim Ducks after he entered the league as the 99th-overall pick in the 2001 draft.
Emery also suited up for the Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds during his junior hockey days, and spent time with the AHL affiliates of the Senators, Flyers, Los Angeles Kings and Toronto Maple Leafs.
The hockey world paid tribute to the memorable goaltender following the news of his passing:
So saddened of the tragic news of Ray Emery’s passing. We played together for only a short time but he was a great teammate and competitor. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends. May he Rest In Peace.
Condolences to family and friends. From the AHL to the NHL Ray was always in our face. Major competitor. Got to later share a golf cart for a round with him and meet the man. Easy as hell to hang and talk and laugh with. Tragic loss. https://t.co/KnYdUqkDrd
Horrible to hear about the tragic passing of Ray Emery. He was an incredible NHL goalie that accomplished so much in the game, a lot of which went under the radar. He was also one of my favorite @TorontoMarlies teammates in his brief time with us. Rest In Peace to a legend #Razor
The Chicago Blackhawks organization was deeply saddened to hear of Ray Emery’s passing. We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family and friends. The Blackhawks will fondly remember Ray as a fierce competitor, a good teammate and a Stanley Cup champion. pic.twitter.com/Q2gm0gG6sZ
