Lukáš Sedlák

Czech ice hockey player, played for Columbus

Lukáš Sedlák - Czech ice hockey player, played for Columbus
Born

February 25th, 1993
32 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Czech Republic

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Professional ice hockey player, played in the National Hockey League (NHL) primarily for the Columbus Blue Jackets. Began career in the Czech Republic before moving to North America. Contributed to teams in multiple leagues and earned recognition for skills as a forward. Played in international competitions representing the Czech Republic.

Played for the Columbus Blue Jackets

Competed in international tournaments for Czech Republic

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