Pavel Brendl

Czech ice hockey player, NHL draft pick

Pavel Brendl - Czech ice hockey player, NHL draft pick
Born

March 23rd, 1981
44 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Czech Republic

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Accomplished in ice hockey, a Czech athlete was drafted 4th overall in the 1999 NHL Entry Draft by the New York Rangers. Played in the NHL primarily with the New York Rangers and the Philadelphia Flyers. Competed in the Czech Extraliga before transitioning to the NHL, showcasing notable skills as a forward. Also represented the Czech Republic in international tournaments, including the World Junior Championships.

Drafted 4th overall in the 1999 NHL Entry Draft

Played for the New York Rangers and Philadelphia Flyers

Competed internationally for the Czech Republic

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