David Ayres, the Feel Good Story of the Season
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- čas přidán 5. 06. 2024
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And most importantly, it lead to Steve Dangle's epic rant
And a Dang it
The only time I watched a Steve Dangle video.
Imagine hating on the David Ayres story. You have to have such low self esteem and self worth to stoop to that level
37willdog or be a Leafs fan
You mean MapleLeaf fans?
Brian Burke has low self esteem.
G Elder Nah, the crowd applauded him they were cool about it
Vin it must've been weird to be a Leafs fan that night.
Ayres is so likeable and this story was so overwhelmingly positive that I can only see the haters as trolls that don't really believe it.
I can still remember the camera panning to Auston Matthews’ glare into oblivion when the horn sounded.
Steve Dangle on Sportsnet had the best reaction video to the Leafs losing this game. He was losing his sh*t.
@@mattblom3990 That was the funniest video I had ever seen.
I watch that video after a crappy day at work... Always makes me feel better. 🙃
This is the sort of goofy thing that makes hockey great. It's so rare and that's why it is special.
Also-it gave me my highlight of the year. Steve Dangle doing a Leafs Fan Review of that game screaming for about 10 minutes, "THEY LOST TO A ZAMBONI DRIVER!!! I thought poor Dangle was going to blow out a blood vessel.
Oh man that video was amazing. I still go back to it once a month for a laugh at the Leafs.
Watch Dangle's trade tree of Phil Kessel. He actually has an interesting story involving Seguin that was, in his opinion, much worse than that lol
Scott Foster still hasn’t allowed a goal yet
And still doesn't have a win. :)
To quote Roberto Luongo: "Ayres has more wins in Toronto than I do smh" ... that alone makes Ayres a greater story
Seriously? That can't be right lol
No Luongo does have 1 win in Toronto according to nhl.com
This guy is a legend and deserves all the hype... pretty crazy stuff lol!!!
I remember laughing so hard watching Steve's video on his Leafs losing to Ayres.
One of the best comments made was on TSN(I think). One of them said that "it is every Canadian kids dream to play in the NHL and drive a Zamboni"
I have nothing but respect for David Ayres. I was mad when the Leafs lost but I was happy for him. Scott Foster and David Ayres should be in the next All Star Game.
Two legends of the game. Where else do you get crazy and heartwarming stories like this? No place else.
I think the "Career of David Ayers" was covered quite nicely in this video.
Aye!
I see David Ayres, I press like. Same for THG ;-) another feel good story... Btw you were in my dream Shannon wearing the yellow, orange, black flying skate, that's all I remember.
An Ayres vs Foster preseaon game would be hype
The best part of this story , Steve dangle having a meltdown lmao
Dangle's going to have a field day with this one...
I was at this game with one of my buddies lmao. After mrazek got injured, game was delayed for like 15 minutes and we had no idea what was going on as the canes didn't have an active goalie. It was only until after the game i found out ayres was a random zamboni driver for the marlies lmao
lmao. that is very very crazy.
Both Foster and Ayres were great feel good stories. You can argue whether or not Ayres should have been the guy to get the call, especially in Toronto where there's got to be 50 guys within driving distance who have played goal in junior A, major junior, or college. That said, he was the guy at that time, and he did what he was asked to do. I tip my hat to both Foster and Ayres for what they accomplished.
Or the former ECHL goalie who works as a trainer for the Hurricanes and has played as an EBUG for them before (he was put into a game with 7 seconds left and did not face a shot). In fact, that's when the NHL changed the rule- after that, the NHL forced all teams to use the home team's guy. I was pissed at hell that we couldn't use Jorge Alves- the Canes know him well as a practice goalie and he's actually played pro hockey. But obviously it ended alright with the most heroic game on defense I've ever seen a team play.
As a Canes fan, that Steve Dangle video is perhaps the single most nourishing video for my soul that I have ever watched.
One of the craziest moments ive been apart of. Even if i was on the losing end
Big Toronto Fan, but dang that was an inspiring game. Was astounded by how CAR rallied to protect him. Great defensive game by the Hurricanes. I was so bummed for TOR, elated for CAR. Annoyed with Burke for not recognizing the ONE game performance as brilliant. Not likely to happen again. Thrilled for Ayres!!!
Both these guys should have a mention in the HOF. And someone needs to make a film about it. Put them up with the great feelgood story's like Eddie the eagle and the Jamaican Bob sled team. Also say what you like about Toronto fans, they totally cheered this guy. Which was nice.
The David Ayres update Young Guns card and the exclusive version from SP Authentic is going for quite a bit of money too! But it's super cool for him to have a Rookie card.
The young guns goes for around 70 the exclusive goes for 250
It was a great feel good story that we all needed. And he’s just such a nice guy.
David Ayers did more for the game of hockey, the NHL, and organ donor awareness in one week, than anyone else I can think of. If I had a vote for the Lady Byng, he would get my vote without any hesitation. In every appearance, he was classy, represented the game very well, and was very humble about the whole experience.
...or the Masterton trophy would work too
As a Leafs fan, this was pretty devastating when it happened, but I quickly turned around to the "This was definitely the best outcome, this story is amazing" perspective. I need to buy one of those t-shirts
I agree, Ayres Bud would be a great hockey movie
We wouldn't have the Steve Dangle melt down without it, one of my favourite videos ever.
I took pictures of him on the tv too. 😎👍
I even picked him up on my fantasy hockey league. Just so I can say I had him.
Steve Dangles reaction was priceless to the game on his channel. Love it when you talk about Carolina. Their +/- was on fire this year!
This is one of the best stories in the sport I have ever seen. Ayres deserves all the respect he's gotten and it is awesome to see.
😎👍🇺🇸🇨🇦🏒🥅Once again Shannon,
as an Official member of the Goalies union we appreciate the props!
As a former Rent-A-Goalie, watching Scott Foster was so amazing to watch with a few great saves (yes I had to get his hockey card as fast as I could along with any EBUG cards as I can find them) but when David Ayres' moment shaped up, it was BEYOND all others and transcends just a hockey game and puts a HUGE smile on my face every time I watched it (ordered his cards too). He deserves everything his "15 mins of fame" gives and more to both him and his wife, along with his friends and loved ones (loved the interview with his Mom). You can have your cake and eat it too with both wonderful moments time and again. Thanks for putting this together between both 'tenders on your video.
Steve dangle’s vid was absolutely epic lol 😂
"There's no rule saying that a 42-year-old Zamboni driver who works for the team can't play hockey!"
The Toronto Maple leafs fans showed class and I believe he was paid $500 plus they raise money for him too and his foundation
This was a dream come true for so many hockey dreamers so yeah, it was the best story of the year.
David Ayres is a good story and is good for hockey. Let him have it.
I seen a few David Ayres Young Gun cards pulled. They look cool. A Leafs moment will live on in Upper Deck cards 😁
Something about a 42 year old getting a Young Gun card makes me very happy
I could've done it. I have 100% game win percentage as a youth goalie.
I only played one game in goal as a squirt, faced zero shots. My feet were freezing afterwards, and the other team was terrible.
THE TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS LOST TO A ZAMBONI DRIVER THAT WORKS FOR THEM!!!!!!!
best rant ever lol.
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It was a moment of a lifetime and he took it and made the best of it.
The two thumbs down to this video are Kyle Dubas and Sheldon Keefe.
I thought for a second that it was the actor from 'Alias'. What a great show
You're great Shannon!!! I hope you and your family are healthy and happy for a long, long time!!!
The haters basically are saying if David Ayres could do it, anyone can. Ayres is living proof. The only way the Leafs put this memory behind them is basically this: win the Cup.
Great video!
Loved watching this game. Glad I accidently recorded it. Bought a tee cause I loved the story and the charity side to it. Just a warning as a Canadian, the tee was about $30Cdn however the shipping and brokerages fees to get it over the border added another $75Cdn. Still stings.
I would pay whatever it cost-to see THG in the net!!!Def gonna be a shutout!!!
As a Leaf fan, I was sour about it for a day or two and moved on, but like you say, take it for the positive story it is!
The Toronto Maple Leafs lost an actual NHL Hockey game to a 42 YEAR OLD ZAMBONI DRIVER, WHO WORKS FOR THEM!!!!!
You know, Disney should make a movie about David Ayers, I would watch it.
Leafs fan here. that wasn't a very good game but a memorable one. The guy deserves all of the great things that came out of this game. This game could be life changing, even if he decides to keep the same job.
I'm sure when the Toronto Maple Leafs win the Stanley Cup, this story will be brought up by the players.
David Ayres for Masterson Trophy!!
Saw the game live on tv. I mean, just imagine you are the emergency goalie and you have to go in for the opposing team to your city, and you have worked with the team in some regards. Then to allow 2 goals to start and comeback to shut them out in the 3rd period. I mean, that just doesn't happen. I actually ordered one of his shirts a few weeks ago because of the uniqueness and the proceeds going to his charity. There are some good videos on the Hurricanes CZcams channel about that night.
There's something so good and heartwarming about emergency goaltenders. I forget if it was Ayers or Foster but the coach looked so disappointed when he walked out. I remember laughing at the coaches reaction.
Also as a Habs fan, it was amusing on that level too lol
It was Brind'Amore. The most depressed look I've ever seen, mixed with total disbelief.
Andy Lemberger hilarious
David Ayres vs. Goliath
i watched that whole game live what a blast
I really need to see this situation go south once to form a full opinion, but it is a wonderful part of the game when it goes right.
I dont think enough credit is given to the Canes defense, they completely shut down the Leafs offense and it was probably the best defense I've seen them play
Seriously. AND that was the game where they lost Brett Pesce.
I hope they get him a ring
Ok, I am not knocking David Ayres. His accomplishments were impressive and hearing it again does make me feel good. However, I do think the Pekka Rinne goal made me feel better. He looked so happy. He is just such a good guy and seeing him so happy just transferred over to me. All I could do was smile for like 2 days straight.
They literally announced a disney movie about david ayers😂😂
[...I hope he brings their birth certificates too, cause he is their dad now. all of them] - Steve Dangle, on Ayers bringing the the game puck with him when invited to a leafs practice... lmfao
Let us remember that the Toronto Maple Leafs lost to a Zamboni driver.
I feel like people are just not wanting to give credit to the goalies because of the team they play on. Like can we not just acknowledge that the Scott Foster story and the David Ayres story are both great, feel-good stories?
The Toronto maple leafs are literally built on their offence and THEY LOST TO A 42 YEAR OLD ZAMBONI DRIVER WHO WORKA FOR THEM. The Ayres story was amazing, but at the same time, you gotta wonder what Toronto were doing. Carolina then reminded everyone why they have the best defence in hockey and just shut the door, but a team with Nylander, Marner, Matthews, Tavares etc had just 7 shots in a period against a Zamboni driver.
The leafs lost to there Zamboni driver
I bought an Ayers shirt !!
David Ayres and Scott Foster were not the firsts, before 1965 when the NHL required teams to dress 2 goalies for every game, EBUG playing was a regular occurrence. Not taking anything from them, but others have done it before.
Will you be doing the Sean Burke video at some time?
One small correction, the helmet belongs to Ayers (if you look at the chin, it has his name on it!)
I"m pretty sure during the intermission the leafs said "were not going to embarrass this guy" so they chose to embarrass themselves instead and refused to score on him after that. Sure it was a heyday when they lost and this was a huge story but if the leafs decided to bury him and win it would have been "oh they can only win against emergency goalies" blah blah blah. Despite how bad the drama was over this loss, it would have been worse if they won.
"There's always one on twitter"..... That statement alone should make you glad you're not American
ill take Bobby Ryan any day of the gd week. Beating addiction and scoring a hat trick? oooo so good
Bobby has been garbage for many years.
I still prefer Scott Foster as I'm a Blackhawks fan and am so happy we have that story, but Ayres is the better story. Love 'em both.
Was pretty awesome that story
May we see a video on Ron Tugnutt’s 70 save game? Just asking.
2-22-20 Oh I think I'm gonna watch that game again, right now.
Unless youre steve dangle
It's like a bad elementary school playground joke come to life: "Oh yeah, well your team sucks so bad they'd lose to the zamboni driver!"
What's best is that he's used his celebrity for good from the moment he got it by giving back.
Here's a new idea... make some movies where cats play soccer, baseball, basketball, and whatever else. That surely won't need trick photography either.
Maybe your friend Mike knows someone who can make this happen.
yes it is a great story it will make a great movie
From one Leafs fan to all the others, if you hate the Ayres story you’re an idiot. Blame the Leafs for doing absolutely nothing while he was in net than him. The Canes had one of the best defensive games I’ve ever seen when he went in. I love the Ayres story. It’s so cool for him
GOOOO AWWWAYYY DAVVVVVEEEEE LOL
Lester Patrick is actually the oldest player to win his NHL debut.
*sigh* "Goodnight John."
As a Leafs fan it was the most enjoyable game I have watched in a long time. I thought it would be a decent/interesting game. Never liked the Hurricanes much at all, silently cheered for them that night.
I'd like to see Brian Burke do any better. And yes this is by far the best feel good story of the year in the NHL.
I can't wait for Disney to pick up the movie rights to the story! :D Actually, they should get rights to both stories and make it a double feature. :)
I would watch them!
How can you be 1-18 to have a perfect save percentage but be the first to stop a shot since 82?
18 players overall, not 18 emergency backups.
Why couldn't Auston Matthews score on a 42 year old zamboni driver who works for them?
Because Carolina played God-like defense after those 2 goals went in.
@@jmarx3943 that's not an excuse at 11.634m lmao
@@jmarx3943 That's not an excuse. When the WHOLE arena yells "SHOOT" you have a problem
Erik and David...fair enough
Best pre game ritual?
What about best puppy of the year?
All good for Aryes but Foster overall was more impressive to me and deserved more attention...
I wish that canucks analysts get sick on a canucks game that Shannon attends so they can call him to replace them .
Well this makes me feel much better about the nightmare that is Buffalo's incompetent ownership. Oh wait, no it doesn't...
Scott Foster is the GOAT
The only thing that could save the Leafs from the embarrassment of losing to a Zamboni driver is if they win the cup and let us be honest here that is not happening
Honestly I am picking a healthy Columbus in the first round.
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