Clint Benedict was a professional hockey goaltender who played in the National Hockey Association (NHA) and the National Hockey League (NHL). He was one of the first goaltenders to wear protective equipment and is credited with inventing the modern face mask.

Benedict began his career in 1913 with the Montreal Wanderers of the NHA. He was a star player for the team, leading them to the Stanley Cup championship in 1916. He was also the first goaltender to be credited with a shutout in the Stanley Cup finals.

In 1918, Benedict joined the Ottawa Senators of the NHL. He was a key member of the team, leading them to the Stanley Cup championship in 1920 and 1923. He also set a record for most shutouts in a single season with 11 in the 1923-24 season.

Benedict was known for his athleticism and agility in the net. He was also an innovator, introducing the practice of catching the puck with his glove and the use of a face mask. He was the first goaltender to wear a mask in a game, doing so in 1930.

Benedict retired from hockey in 1930 after playing for the Montreal Maroons. He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1965 and is remembered as one of the greatest goaltenders of all time.

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