Raymond Robert Emery (born Raymond Robert Nichols; September 28, 1982 – July 15, 2018) was a Canadian professional ice hockey goaltender who played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for eleven seasons.
Emery was chosen 99th overall by the Ottawa Senators in the 2001 NHL Entry Draft.
During the 2006–07 season, he was a member of the Senators team that reached the Stanley Cup Finals.
It was the modern Senators' first appearance in the finals.
He won a Stanley Cup championship with the Chicago Blackhawks in 2013.
Emery received numerous awards and accolades.
In April 2013, he won the William M.
Jennings Trophy along with teammate Corey Crawford, awarded to the goaltender or goaltenders who give up the fewest goals in the season.
Emery finished the 2012–13 season with a 1.94 goals against average and a 0.922 save percentage.
His seventeen wins included twelve straight to start the year, the best such streak in NHL history.
Emery was a two-time Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy finalist for his dedication and perseverance.
His teammates and fans often referred to him as "Razor" or "Sugar Ray" for his aggressive playing style.