David Ayres
David Ayres (; born August 12, 1977) is a Canadian professional ice hockey goaltender. He achieved fame as the first emergency backup goaltender to record a National Hockey League (NHL) win.

While working as a building operator for the Toronto Maple Leafs, Ayers became the Carolina Hurricanes' emergency goaltender during a 2020 game against the Maple Leafs. Despite having never played in the NHL before and being 42 years of age, he and Carolina would emerge victorious in the game. Ayers is the oldest NHL goalie to win his regular season debut.
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Toronto Maple Leafs
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Carolina Hurricanes
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2020
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