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The hockey world lost one of the most memorable netminders in recent history on Sunday.
Former Ottawa Senators goaltender Ray Emery died after drowning early in the morning while swimming in the Hamilton Harbour in Hamilton, Ontario.
Emery dressed in 287 NHL games for five teams across 11 seasons, and judging by the overwhelming compassion expressed by former teammates and friends, he will surely be missed.
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
— Chicago Blackhawks (@NHLBlackhawks) July 15, 2018
Nous offrons nos plus sincères condoléances aux amis et à la famille de Ray Emery durant ces moments difficiles.
— Canadiens Montréal (@CanadiensMTL) July 15, 2018
We extend our sincerest condolences to Ray Emery's family and friends during this difficult time. pic.twitter.com/lr3sKyDefP
"On behalf of the Ottawa Senators, I wish to express my sincere condolences on the passing of Ray Emery. Ray was instrumental in our run to the 2007 Stanley Cup Final, and at his best he brought a competitive edge and combative mentality to the game. On behalf of our entire organization, I wish to extend my deepest sympathies to Ray's family, friends and loved ones." - Senators owner Eugene Melnyk said in a release.
Our condolences to the family and friends of Ray Emery.
— New York Rangers (@NYRangers) July 15, 2018
A competitor on the ice and always a part of our NHL family. pic.twitter.com/H4EsfxdBkD
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Ray’s family and friends. Rest in peace, Razor. pic.twitter.com/fInQmuXCWJ
— Philadelphia Flyers (@NHLFlyers) July 15, 2018
The NHLPA’s players and staff send our heartfelt condolences to Ray Emery’s family and friends, following the terrible tragedy that occurred earlier today. Ray will be missed by his many friends within the hockey community.
— NHLPA (@NHLPA) July 15, 2018
Rest In Peace brother
— Milan Lucic (@27MilanLucic) July 15, 2018
Ray was a great teammate and an even better friend. Rest in peace Razor. I’ll miss you man. pic.twitter.com/NNHNc1Swyd
— Claude Giroux (@28CGiroux) July 15, 2018
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. 🙏
— Nick Foligno (@NickFoligno) July 15, 2018
So sad to hear about the passing of Ray Emery. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends. #RIP
— Nathan Thompson (@NateThompson44) July 15, 2018
On the passing of Ray Emery… pic.twitter.com/aR17IBFE0d
— Kyle Dubas (@kyledubas) July 15, 2018
Our hearts go out to the family and friends of Ray Emery, our former goaltender, who passed away early this morning. pic.twitter.com/QmZJpd7hcM
— Anaheim Ducks (@AnaheimDucks) July 15, 2018
Horrible to hear about Ray Emery. He was an incredible teammate. #Razor
— William Nylander (@wmnylander) July 15, 2018
I am fucking crushed. You will be missed deeply Ray. I love you man.
— Daniel Carcillo (@CarBombBoom13) July 15, 2018
So sad to hear the tragic news about Ray Emery- was a great teammate and person #rip
— James van Riemsdyk (@JVReemer21) July 15, 2018
Rip Ray Emery. Sad news
— Tony DeAngelo (@TonyDee07) July 15, 2018
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
— Garret Sparks (@GSparks40) July 15, 2018
RIP Ray.
— Adam Henrique (@AdamHenrique) July 15, 2018
Honored to have had the chance to meet him yesterday at a charity event! A very tough competitor. pic.twitter.com/kYqTVAcvpe
— Jamie McGinn (@JamieMcGinn88) July 15, 2018
At a loss for words. An incredible teammate and stall mate. Rip razor
— Scott Laughton (@Laughts21) July 15, 2018
“All the statistics in the world can’t measure the warmth of a smile...”
— Bernie Parent (@BernieParent1) July 15, 2018
Rest In Peace my friend, Ray Emery#Razor @NHL @NHLFlyers @FlyersAlumni @NHLAlumni pic.twitter.com/I6SX5cKq8c
Fuck me razor😔You were the best#RIP
— Jakub Voracek (@jachobe) July 15, 2018
"Lost my golfing buddy and best friend today. Uncle Ray Ray touched a lot of hearts and people. Love and miss ya https://t.co/BekxgI5Dgm
— Dave Bolland (@DaveBolland) July 15, 2018
So sad to hear the news of Ray Emery. You will be missed bro! #RIPRazor
— Scott Hartnell (@Hartsy43) July 15, 2018
Such sad news about Ray Emery. He will be greatly missed. An incredible teammate with a huge heart.
— Paul Bissonnette (@BizNasty2point0) July 15, 2018
We are saddened to hear about the tragic passing of #NHLAlumni and former goalie Ray Emery. Our deepest condolences go out to his friends and family pic.twitter.com/kynSigeYRM
— NHL Alumni (@NHLAlumni) July 15, 2018
Our thoughts and hearts are with the family and friends of Ray Emery. Rest in peace.
— Calgary Flames (@NHLFlames) July 15, 2018
My Best friend. My Brother. I love you! pic.twitter.com/YWDX2jm55t
— Brian McGrattan (@bigern10) July 15, 2018
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