41. Dominik Hasek
Stats: 43 GP, .925sv%, 2.09 GAA
Height/Weight: 6foot2, 180lbs
Acquired: Free Agent Signing
Hasek only played 43 games in Ottawa, but he’s put on the list because of who he is—arguably the best goaltender in NHL history. Hasek suited up for the Senators in the 05-06 season, and performed well. He went 28-10-4 with a .925sv%, as the Senators had the makings to take a cup run with Hasek.
The issue, came during the 2006 Turin Olympics. Hasek represented the Czech Republic but was injured during competition. When it came to a north american return, Hasek wasn’t in game shape and didn’t play for the Sens in the playoffs.
Many say it cost the Senators a cup as Ray Emery would get into the second round, but the eastern conference leading Senators weren’t able to reach the end of an incredible season.
It was reported that Hasek was willing to take a reduced salary to join the Senators for the next season, but the Sens would decline the offer, leading Hasek to return to Detroit where he would win another Stanley Cup in 2008-09, however with Chris Osgood leading Detroit in the playoffs.
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Wrap-Up:
Hasek concludes the first part of our Top 50 list. Coming up soon are the next 4 parts, all in segments of 10. Stay tuned!
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