NHL · Emergency goalie
A 42-year-old Zamboni driver just won an NHL game
David Ayres, a Zamboni driver, came in when both of Carolina's goalies were hurt and won his NHL debut 6-3 at 42, the oldest goalie ever to do so.
What is said in this reel
A 42-year-old Zamboni driver just won an NHL game. David Ayres was a Zamboni driver and a practice goalie for the Toronto Maple Leafs. Then, one night in Toronto, both of Carolina's goalies got hurt. Ayers got the call. He gave up two early goals. Then he stopped the next eight shots. Carolina won, 6-3, and even Toronto's fans cheered him. At 42, he's the oldest goalie ever to win his NHL debut.
Credits and sources
- Footage: NHL broadcast highlights, via the YouTube video 'Full Highlights Of Emergency Goalie David Ayres NHL Debut!' by Hockey Puck
- Footage: Sportsnet (Zamboni clip)
- Narration: AI-generated voice.
