Capitals 2015 first round pick Ilya Samsonov has hit his stride in Hershey. He’s got two shutouts and 15 wins, and has helped the Bears set a new franchise record point streak.
Earlier in the season, Samsonov debuted a Capitals-themed bucket during the NHPLA’s rookie showcase.
Dave Gunnarsson is back at it again with the airbrush, and designed a new Hershey Bears themed helmet for Samsonov.
By Julia Karron 8 months ago
Swedish mask artist Dave Gunnarsson has been the mask artist for several current and former Caps goalies, including Braden Holtby, Philipp Grubauer, and Ilya Samsonov.
Friday afternoon, Gunnarsson revealed the newest Capitals-themed design that he created for the team’s likely new backup, Pheonix Copley. It’s a gem.
By Rachel Cohen 1 year ago
Last week, former Capitals backup goalie Philipp Grubauer unveiled his new mask for is new team courtesy of Swedish airbrush artist Dave Gunnarsson.
On Wednesday, the Capitals posted Braden Holtby’s new bucket for the 2018-19 season on the team’s Twitter account.
By Julia Karron 1 year ago
Philipp Grubauer’s said a heartfelt goodbye after his trade to the Colorado Avalanche this offseason.
But a new team means new gear for the former Capitals backup goalie.
Swedish airbrush artist Dave Gunnarsson delivered again with his Rocky Mountain themed helmet, which features “Grubi” on the chin and the Colorado “C” logo under the Rocky Mountains.
By Julia Karron 1 year ago
On October 1, 2017, tragedy rocked Las Vegas when 58 people were killed in a devastating shooting. The Golden Knights paid tribute to those victims during their opening night pregame ceremony, rallying behind the #VegasStrong mantra that would follow them through the season and all the way to the Stanley Cup Final.
Now, goaltender Oscar Dansk has continued that tribute with the mask that he is debuting for the 2018-19 season. Designed by Dave Gunnarsson, the mask features 58 Golden Knights logos, representing each of the lives lost, painted across the top. It also has “Vegas Strong” emblazoned on the front.
By Donya Abramo 1 year ago
Capitals goaltender Philipp Gruabuer will have a new mask for Saturday’s Stadium Series game.
Grubauer posted media of his new bucket on his Instagram account Wednesday. The mask was painted by Swedish airbrush artist Dave Gunnarsson.
By Cara Bahniuk 2 years ago
Washington Capitals backup goaltender Philipp Grubauer has a new goalie mask. Swedish airbrush artist Dave Gunnarsson shared a photo of Grubauer’s new design on his Instagram account, Saturday night.
Gunnarsson is very popular airbrush artist among NHL goalies and has previously done work for both Grubauer and Vezina Trophy winner Braden Holtby.
By Cara Bahniuk 2 years ago
Monday afternoon, goalie mask artist Dave Gunnarrson revealed the newest design for Capitals goaltender Philipp Grubauer. The design features elements from the American flag, and current and former Capitals logos.
By Rachel Cohen 3 years ago
Tragically Hip frontman and Canadian musician Gord Downie has terminal brain cancer and Team Canada goalie Braden Holtby has come up with a sweet tribute.
Working with Swedish airbrush artist Dave Gunnarsson, Holtby debuted a second Team Canada mask, this time with the iconic band and several images of Downie painted on the side.
