Mário Bližňák
Slovak ice hockey player

Born
March 6th, 1987
38 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Slovakia
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Bližňák played as a professional ice hockey player in Slovakia and the NHL. He started his career in 2003 and played for clubs such as HC Slovan Bratislava and the Florida Panthers. His career included achievements in international competitions, representing Slovakia in various championships.
Played for HC Slovan Bratislava
Competed in the NHL with the Florida Panthers
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