JJ Peterka

Ice hockey player and 2022 IIHF Gold Medalist

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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