Tomáš Kopecký
Ice hockey player, 2010 Stanley Cup champion
A Slovak ice hockey player played as a forward in the National Hockey League (NHL). Key contributions came during tenure with the Detroit Red Wings, where won the Stanley Cup in 2010. Played for several NHL teams including the Chicago Blackhawks and Florida Panthers. Internationally, represented Slovakia at multiple World Championships and earned a bronze medal at the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver.
Won the Stanley Cup with Detroit Red Wings
Earned a bronze medal at the 2010 Winter Olympics
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