Petr Mrázek
Czech ice hockey goaltender, NHL player
Born in 1992, this ice hockey goaltender began his career in the Czech Republic before moving to North America. He played junior hockey with the Whalers in the OHL and was selected by the Detroit Red Wings in the 2010 NHL Entry Draft. Debuting in the NHL during the 2012-2013 season, he established himself as a reliable goaltender. He later played for teams such as the Carolina Hurricanes and the Philadelphia Flyers. In 2021, he helped the Hurricanes reach the playoffs. His playing style, including agility and quick reflexes, contributed to his role in several playoff runs.
Selected 141st overall by Detroit Red Wings in the 2010 NHL Draft
Won the Stanley Cup with the Chicago Blackhawks in 2023
Placed 2nd in the AHL Goaltender of the Year voting
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Actor and dancer known for 'White Nights'
Born
February 14th, 1946 79 years ago
Died
August 9th, 2003 22 years ago — 57 years old
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French astronomer and academic
Born
February 14th, 1848 177 years ago
Died
July 8th, 1934 91 years ago — 86 years old
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Third Chhatrapati of the Maratha Confederacy
Born
February 14th, 1670 355 years ago
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1700 325 years ago — 30 years old
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American politician and typewriter inventor
Born
February 14th, 1819 206 years ago
Died
February 17th, 1890 135 years ago — 71 years old
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Mexican racing driver with notable F1 career
Born
February 14th, 1942 83 years ago
Died
November 1st, 1962 63 years ago — 20 years old
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American football quarterback, MVP awardee
Born
February 14th, 1973 52 years ago
Died
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