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The New York Islanders have placed depth defenseman Ethan Bear on waivers per Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman. Bear began the year on season-opening injured reserve with an upper-body injury.

NHL News / Canucksarmy / December 28

Ex-Canucks Ethan Bear and Danton Heinen placed on NHL waivers

A couple of familiar faces are hitting the NHL waiver wire. On Sunday, former Vancouver Canucks defenceman Ethan Bear and forward Danton Heinen were placed on waivers, making them available to the other 31 teams in the NHL.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / August 20

Revisiting the Hurricanes & Oilers Foegele-for-Bear Trade

After rather disappointing ends to the 2020-21 season for both the Edmonton Oilers and Carolina Hurricanes, both teams were looking for a change. While sometimes big changes are the go-to, small changes to depth can spark a locker room, and that’s exactly what both the Oilers and Hurricanes were after.

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New York Islanders News / Last Word On Sports / July 1

New York Islanders Sign Veteran Goalie

The New York Islanders have added a veteran goalie. News emerged that goaltender David Rittich has signed a one-year contract with the Islanders. New York also signed defenceman Ethan Bear to a one-year contract as well.

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In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / July 1

Islanders sign defenseman Ethan Bear to one-year deal

The New York Islanders have signed defenseman Ethan Bear to a one-year, two-way contract with an AAV of $775,000. The 28-year-old spent all of 2024-25 with the AHL’s Hershey Bears, the minor league affiliate of the Washington Capitals.

Washington Capitals News / House of Hockey / June 19

Washington Capitals Set to Cut Ties With Defenseman After Latest Report

The Washington Capitals went on a great run in 2024/25, and ahead of the off-season, they're officially cutting ties with a veteran blue liner. Nobody

Washington Capitals News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 19

Capitals allow UFA defenseman to speak with interested clubs

The Capitals will not be re-signing pending unrestricted free agent defenseman Ethan Bear and have given him permission to discuss a contract with other clubs before the opening of free agency on July 1, Rick Dhaliwal of CHEK TV reports.

Washington Capitals News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 19

Capitals recall top minor-league defenseman

The Capitals have recalled defenseman Ethan Bear from AHL Hershey, the team announced today.

Washington Capitals News / NoVa Caps / April 3

Minor BEARings: Hendrix Lapierre, Pierrick Dube and Ivan Miroshnichenko Lead Balanced Hershey Bears Attack In March

Photo: Eric Lord Of the 14 games the Hershey Bears played in March, 10 of them were away for the Giant Center. The month saw the team venture out on the longest road trip in franchise history.

NHL News / Inside The Rink / March 13

AHL Game Recap: Penguins Defeat Bears in Shootout

The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins picked up a 5-4 shootout win over the Hershey Bears. The two teams are in first and second in the Atlantic Division.

Washington Capitals News / NoVa Caps / March 2

Minor BEARings: Ethan Bear And Hendrix Lapierre Propel Hershey Bears In February

Photo: Eric Lord February was the quietest month of the season, game wise, for the Hershey Bears. The Chocolate and White played just six games, going 4-2.

NHL News / Canucks Daily / February 27

Reunion in Vancouver? Insider Says Washington Capitals Open to Trading Former Canuck Ethan Bear

Former Vancouver Canucks defenseman Ethan Bear could be on the move before next Friday's trade deadline according to a recent report. After leaving Vancouver

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Minor BEARings: Alex Limoges and Ethan Bear Driving The First-Place Hershey Bears

Photo: Eric Lord Coming off a bit of a rough month in December, the Hershey Bears rebounded in January by losing only twice in regulation and earning points in 10 of their 12 games during the month.

NHL News / Inside The Rink / December 1, 2024

AHL: McGroarty Settles It, WBS Penguins Defeat Hershey Bears 5-4

In a game that could’ve gone either way, as both teams held on strong and played exceptionally well, the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins stood tall over the Hershey Bears, defeating them 5-4 on Saturday, November 30th, at the GIANT Center.

Washington Capitals News / NHL Trade Talk / October 4, 2024

Capitals’ Ethan Bear On Waivers: Oilers Should Avoid Reunion

Several players were placed on waivers by their NHL teams on Friday, with Ethan Bear of the Washington Capitals being the most notable. Bear, who has faced challenges in recent seasons due to personal issues and inconsistent performances, was once regarded as a crucial component of the Edmonton Oilers’ defense.

Washington Capitals News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 4, 2024

Capitals defenseman to be activated from Player Assistance Program

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Washington Capitals News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 27, 2024

Capitals' Ethan Bear enters NHL player assistance program

Washington Capitals defenseman Ethan Bear will be out indefinitely while receiving care from the NHL player assistance program.

Washington Capitals News / The Hockey Writers / January 17, 2024

Ethan Bear Scores First Goal as Member of Capitals

The Washington Capitals decided to sign defenseman Ethan Bear to a two-year contract this season after he returned from injury and he has been a solid player since joining his new team.

NHL News / Field Level Media / December 28, 2023

Capitals sign D Ethan Bear

The Washington Capitals signed free agent defenseman Ethan Bear to a two-year contract on Thursday. The deal carries an average annual value of $2.0625 million, but he will make $1.375 million in the first year with $2.75 million backloaded for Year 2, according to the salary cap website PuckPedia.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / December 20, 2023

Ethan Bear Confirms He’s Signing With the Washington Capitals

According to Washington’s statement earlier today, there are expectations for the Capitals to finalize a deal with unrestricted free-agent defenseman Ethan Bear in the coming days.

NHL News / Oilersnation / December 13, 2023

Ex-Oiler Ethan Bear reportedly set to sign two-year deal with Washington Capitals

Ethan Bear has been without a hockey home to start this season after shoulder surgery in the offseason. But Bear is nearing his return, reportedly set to sign a two-year contract with the Washington Capitals, TSN’s Chris Johnston reported Tuesday on Insider Trading, as transcribed by RMNB.