JAROSLAV
SPACEK
D
Ht/Wt
6’0’’,
210 lbs
Shoots
L
Experience
13
years
Debut
Oct 9, 1998
Born
Feb 11, 1974
(51 yrs)
Rokycany, Czechoslovakia (Cze)
Drafted
Drafted by Florida in 1998 (5/117).
Transactions & Injuries
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 2012-11-19 |
Announced his retirement.
|
| 2012-04-05 |
Missed 8 games (lower body injury).
|
| 2012-03-18 |
Lower body injury, day-to-day.
|
| 2012-03-17 |
Missed 2 games (back injury).
|
| 2012-03-13 |
Back injury, day-to-day.
|
Career Honors & Awards
| League | Honor | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Olympic | Olympic Gold Medal Olympic Gold Medal | 1998 (Czech Republic) |
| Olympic | Olympic Bronze Medal Olympic Bronze Medal | 2006 (Czech Republic) |
Scouting Report
Was a good passer and steady performer in defensive situations. Saw the ice well. Was also effective on the power play and could play a shutdown role in spurts, due to his savvy. Was a very likeable team player. Didn't play a consistently physical game, especially in front of his own net. Struggled when used on the right side of the ice, or when he played too many NHL minutes. Had increasing injury issues towards the end of his career.
Long Range Potential: Savvy, likeable and versatile defenseman.
