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David Krejčí

Czech ice hockey player (born 1986)

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Who / What

David Krejčí is a Czech former professional ice hockey centre who played 16 seasons in the National Hockey League (NHL) with the Boston Bruins.


Background & History

Born on April 28, 1986, Krejčí began his professional career with HC Pardubice in the Czech Extraliga before being drafted by the Boston Bruins in the 2nd round (63rd overall) of the 2004 NHL Entry Draft. He made his NHL debut during the 2006–07 season and went on to become a key player for the Bruins, helping them win the Stanley Cup in 2011.


Why Notable

Krejčí is notable for his significant contributions to ice hockey. He led the NHL in points during the 2011 and 2013 Stanley Cup playoffs, and was a crucial member of the Czech national team at several tournaments, including the Winter Olympics in 2010, 2014, and 2022, as well as four World Championships.


In the News

Krejčí recently announced his retirement from professional ice hockey on April 28, 2022, his 36th birthday, after a successful 16-year career in the NHL.


Key Facts

  • Type: person
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  • Founded / Born: Born on April 28, 1986, in Pardubice, Czech Republic
  • Key dates: Drafted by Boston Bruins in 2004, Stanley Cup win with the Bruins in 2011
  • Geography: Originally from the Czech Republic, played in the NHL for the Boston Bruins
  • Affiliation: Formerly affiliated with HC Pardubice and the Boston Bruins (NHL)

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    David Krejčí (Czech pronunciation: [ˈdavɪt ˈkrɛjtʃiː], born 28 April 1986) is a Czech former professional ice hockey centre who played 16 seasons in the National Hockey League with the Boston Bruins. He was part of the Bruins' Stanley Cup win in 2011 and led the NHL in points during the 2011 and 2013 Stanley Cup playoffs. Internationally he has played for the Czech national team at several tournaments, including the 2010, 2014, and 2022 Winter Olympics and four World Championships.

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