VACLAV
PROSPAL
LW
Ht/Wt
6’2’’,
191 lbs
Shoots
L
Experience
16
years
Debut
Mar 5, 1997
Born
Feb 17, 1975
(49 yrs)
Ceske Budejovice, Czechoslovakia (Cze)
Drafted
Drafted by Philadelphia in 1993 (3/71).
Transactions & Injuries
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 2014-01-24 |
Announced his retirement.
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| 2012-10-28 |
Signed with the HC Mountfield of the Czech Republic Extraliga.
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| 2012-02-08 |
Signed by the Columbus Blue Jackets to a one-year contract extension.
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| 2011-07-23 |
Signed as an unrestricted free agent by the Columbus Blue Jackets to a one-year contract.
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| 2011-02-03 |
Missed 53 games (right knee surgery).
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Career Honors & Awards
| League | Honor | Description |
|---|---|---|
| AHL | First All-Star Team First All-Star Team | 1996-97 |
| Olympic | Olympic Gold Medal Olympic Gold Medal | 1998 (Czech Republic) |
| Olympic | Olympic Bronze Medal Olympic Bronze Medal | 2006 (Czech Republic) |
Scouting Report
Saw the ice well and got the puck to an open man effectively. Usually played with intensity and didn't back down from challenges. Could play both wing and center. Produced points quite naturally. Lacked consistency in all facets of the game. At times, his instigating qualities were detrimental to his team. Was also a below-average skater. Defense was never a real strong point with him.
Long Range Potential: Solid, versatile playmaker.
