Alexander Salák
Czech ice hockey goalie and Olympian
Born
January 5th, 1987
38 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Czech Republic
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Born in 1987, this ice hockey player specialized as a goaltender. Played in the Czech Extraliga and the National Hockey League. Competed in the 2010 Winter Olympics representing the Czech Republic. Also played in various international tournaments, contributing to the national team's efforts on the global stage.
Competed in the 2010 Winter Olympics
Played for Florida Panthers in the NHL
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