Martin Erat

Czech ice hockey player, NHL standout

Martin Erat - Czech ice hockey player, NHL standout
Born

August 29th, 1981
44 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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