JJ Peterka
Ice hockey player and 2022 IIHF Gold Medalist

Born
January 14th, 2002
23 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Germany
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A professional ice hockey player engaged with the Buffalo Sabres in the National Hockey League. Born in Germany, exhibited skills early in youth hockey and progressed through various leagues. Contributed to the German national team, participating in international competitions, including the IIHF World Championship. Achieved a notable career milestone by winning a gold medal at the 2022 IIHF World Junior Championships. Played in the Deutsche Eishockey Liga (DEL) before his transition to North America.
Won a gold medal at the 2022 IIHF World Junior Championships
Scored points in the DEL with EHC München
Drafted 34th overall by the Buffalo Sabres in the 2020 NHL Entry Draft
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