Martin Erat
Czech ice hockey player, NHL standout
Born
August 29th, 1981
43 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Czech Republic
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A professional ice hockey player from the Czech Republic, played primarily as a right winger. Drafted in the 2000 NHL Entry Draft by the Nashville Predators and contributed to the team for several seasons. Later played for the Washington Capitals and the Arizona Coyotes in the NHL. Represented the Czech national team in multiple international tournaments, including the IIHF World Championships and the Winter Olympics. Known for offensive skills and playmaking ability.
Drafted by the Nashville Predators in 2000
Played in over 900 NHL games
Won a silver medal at the 2006 Winter Olympics
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