Zdeno Cíger

Ice hockey player and coach with Slovakia

Zdeno Cíger - Ice hockey player and coach with Slovakia
Born

October 19th, 1969
55 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Slovakia

Links & References

This individual played as a professional ice hockey forward primarily for the Ottawa Senators, New York Islanders, and the St. Louis Blues. Cíger competed internationally, representing Slovakia in multiple World Championships and the Olympic Games. After retiring from professional play, he transitioned into coaching, taking on roles to develop talent and coach youth teams, including serving as head coach for various Slovakian teams.

Played for the Ottawa Senators in the NHL

Represented Slovakia in the IIHF World Championships

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