Tomáš Jurčo

Slovak ice hockey player, Stanley Cup champion

Tomáš Jurčo - Slovak ice hockey player, Stanley Cup champion
Born

December 28th, 1992
32 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Slovakia

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Played as a right winger and contributed to the NHL with the Detroit Red Wings and the Chicago Blackhawks. Achieved significant milestones during the career, including participation in the Stanley Cup playoffs. Competed internationally for Slovakia in several tournaments, showcasing skills on the global stage.

Won the Stanley Cup with the Chicago Blackhawks in 2015

Represented Slovakia in international competitions

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