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Ray Emery

Raymond Robert Emery, known as Ray Emery, was a Canadian professional ice hockey goaltender.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Raymond Robert Emery, known as Ray Emery, was a Canadian professional ice hockey goaltender. He played 11 NHL seasons from 2003 to 2015 with the Ottawa Senators, Philadelphia Flyers, Anaheim Ducks and Chicago Blackhawks. He won the Stanley Cup with the Chicago Blackhawks in 2013 and died in Hamilton, Ontario, in 2018.

Early life

Ray Emery was born in Hamilton, Ontario, on September 28, 1982. He began his hockey career in Canada before moving into professional play and the NHL.

NHL career

Emery played 11 NHL seasons and appeared for four teams: Ottawa, Philadelphia, Anaheim and Chicago. He was known as a goaltender and spent most of his career in North American professional hockey.

Achievements

Emery helped the Ottawa Senators reach the 2007 Stanley Cup Final and won the Stanley Cup with the Chicago Blackhawks in 2013. His career statistics include 287 regular-season NHL games played.

Death

Emery died in Hamilton, Ontario, on July 15, 2018. Published reports said he drowned in an accident while swimming in the harbour.

Key facts

  • Ray Emery was a Canadian professional ice hockey goaltender born in Hamilton, Ontario.
  • He played 11 NHL seasons from 2003 to 2015.
  • He was drafted 99th overall by the Ottawa Senators in 2001.
  • He won the Stanley Cup with the Chicago Blackhawks in 2013.
  • He died in Hamilton, Ontario, on July 15, 2018, at age 35.
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Canadian context

Emery was born in Hamilton, Ontario, and spent much of his hockey career in Canadian organizations, including the Ottawa Senators and Binghamton Senators system before becoming a notable NHL goaltender.

Frequently asked questions

Who was Ray Emery?
Ray Emery was a Canadian professional ice hockey goaltender who played 11 NHL seasons and won the Stanley Cup with the Chicago Blackhawks in 2013.
Which teams did Ray Emery play for in the NHL?
He played for the Ottawa Senators, Philadelphia Flyers, Anaheim Ducks and Chicago Blackhawks.
When was Ray Emery born?
He was born on September 28, 1982, in Hamilton, Ontario.
When did Ray Emery die?
He died on July 15, 2018, in Hamilton, Ontario, at age 35.
What position did Ray Emery play?
He played as a goaltender and caught with his left hand.
Was Ray Emery drafted by an NHL team?
Yes. He was selected 99th overall by the Ottawa Senators in the 2001 NHL Entry Draft.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ray_Emery
    Supports: Full name, birth and death dates, Canadian nationality, NHL career years, and NHL teams.
  2. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/nhl/player/stats/_/id/1647/ray-emery
    Supports: Birthplace, draft information, and career goaltending statistics.
  3. StatMuse — https://www.statmuse.com/nhl/player/ray-emery-1880
    Supports: Career NHL games played, wins, losses, goals-against average, save percentage, and teams.
  4. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/nhl/player/_/id/1647/ray-emery
    Supports: Birthplace, draft information, and NHL player identification.
  5. Binghamton Hockey Hall of Fame — https://www.binghamtonhockey.net/HOF/RayEmery.shtml
    Supports: Binghamton Senators history and franchise records.
  6. YouTube — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mJEkDgtwyBo
    Supports: Biography details including junior draft and KHL stint; use cautiously as secondary support only.
  7. 6abc — https://www.6abc.com/post/former-philadelphia-flyers-goalie-ray-emery-drowns-in-/3768385/
    Supports: Death circumstances, age at death, and summary of NHL achievements.