Zdeno Chára
Ice Hockey Defenseman, Stanley Cup Champion
Born
March 18th, 1977
48 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Slovakia
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A professional ice hockey defenseman, participation in the National Hockey League (NHL) spanned across multiple franchises, including the New York Islanders, Ottawa Senators, and Boston Bruins. Captained the Boston Bruins and contributed to the team's 2011 Stanley Cup victory. Renowned for imposing physical presence and shot power, reflected in winning the Hardest Shot competition at the NHL All-Star Skills Competition on multiple occasions. Transitioned to playing in international competitions representing Slovakia and competed in several World Championships and Olympic Games.
Won the Stanley Cup with the Boston Bruins in 2011
Served as captain of the Boston Bruins
Selected as an NHL All-Star multiple times
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