Radek Faksa

Czech ice hockey player with Dallas Stars

Radek Faksa - Czech ice hockey player with Dallas Stars
Born

January 9th, 1994
31 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Czech Republic

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A Czech ice hockey player, participated in the NHL as a center. Faksa was selected 13th overall in the 2012 NHL Entry Draft by the Dallas Stars. Played for the Czech Republic in various international tournaments, including the IIHF World Championships. Contributed to the Dallas Stars' pursuit of a Stanley Cup during the 2020 playoffs, where the team reached the finals.

Drafted 13th overall by Dallas Stars

Competed in IIHF World Championships

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