Ondřej Palát

Czech ice hockey player; Stanley Cup champion

Ondřej Palát - Czech ice hockey player; Stanley Cup champion
Born

March 28th, 1991
34 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Czech Republic

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Professional ice hockey player excelled as a left winger. Played for the Tampa Bay Lightning in the National Hockey League (NHL). Contributed to the team's success, helping secure the Stanley Cup championship. Recognized for skills, teamwork, and consistency on the ice.

Won the Stanley Cup with Tampa Bay Lightning in 2020

Served as a key player during playoff runs

Represented the Czech Republic in international competitions

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