Hunter Shepard, a notable goaltender for the Hershey Bears and the Washington Capitals' third-string goalie, has signed a one-year, two-way contract with the Ottawa Senators. Having played five seasons with the Bears, he helped the team secure consecutive Calder Cup championships in 2023 and 2024. Shepard posted impressive statistics with the Bears, including a 78-26-12 record and a 2.22 GAA. However, his recent performance saw a dip, with a save percentage below .900 in the last season. Shepard made five NHL appearances for the Capitals, winning his debut against the New Jersey Devils.
Hunter Shepard's signing with the Ottawa Senators marks the end of his successful tenure with the Hershey Bears, where he won back-to-back Calder Cups and was a playoff MVP.
In his five seasons with the Bears, Shepard recorded a 78-26-12 record and a 2.22 goals against average, establishing himself as a top goaltender.
Despite Shepard's stellar record, his performance dipped in the last season with a save percentage below .900 for the first time, affecting his overall stats.
Shepard made five NHL starts for the Capitals, achieving a 2-2-1 record and winning his NHL debut, demonstrating his growth as a player.
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