David Pastrňák is a professional ice hockey player who plays as the right-winger for the Boston Bruins in the National Hockey League. David is one of the most popular players in the NHL. He is known for his electrifying playing style and his accurate shots. David Pastrňák's playing career began in his hometown of Havířov, Czech Republic. He played for the youth teams of HC Havířov before moving to Sweden to play for Södertälje SK in 2012. In his first season with Södertälje, David led the Swedish under-18 league in goals (41) and points (68).
David was drafted by the Boston Bruins in the first round, 25th overall, of the 2014 NHL Entry Draft. He made his NHL debut that season, playing against the Pittsburgh Penguins. He scored the first two goals of his NHL career against Ray Emery in a 3–1 Bruins' road win over the Philadelphia Flyers. During the closing months of the 2017–18 season, David scored his first NHL hat-trick in a game against the Carolina Hurricanes. David won the Maurice "Rocket" Richard Trophy, awarded to the NHL's leading goal scorer in the 2019-20 season.
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David Pastrňák Country and Nationality
David Pastrňák is from the Czech Republic. He was born in Havířov, Czech Republic, on May 25, 1996. He played for the youth teams of HC Havířov before moving to Sweden to play for Södertälje SK in 2012. David is one of the most popular and successful hockey players in the Czech Republic.
David has also represented the Czech Republic national team at both the junior and senior levels. He has played in two World Championships and two World Junior Championships. At the 2013 Ivan Hlinka Memorial Tournament, he took home the bronze medal and at the 2014 IIHF World U18 Championships, he took home the silver medal.
David made his debut with the Czech Republic national team in 2016 at the IIHF World Championship, where they finished fifth. He also competed for the Czech Republic at the 2016 Hockey World Cup. David received an invitation to the 2018 IIHF World Championship following the Bruins' loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning in the second round of the 2018 playoffs.
David Pastrňák’s Achievements
David Pastrňák has been selected to the All-Star Game thrice in his career: in 2019, 2020, and 2023. He has won the Golden Stick Award six times in his career: in 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2023. David won the Eddie Shore Award, awarded to the Bruins' most outstanding defenseman or forward in 2017. He has also won the Elizabeth C. Dufresne Trophy, awarded to the Bruins' most valuable player in 2020 and 2021.
In 2017, David won the John P. Bucyk Award, awarded to the Bruins' player who best exemplifies sportsmanship, dedication, and excellence on and off the ice. These awards are a testament to David Pastrňák's skill and talent as a hockey player. He is one of the best players in the NHL and he is sure to continue to win awards in the years to come.
FAQs
A. David Pastrňák is a professional ice hockey player who plays as the right-winger for the Boston Bruins in the National Hockey League.
A. David Pastrňák's professional career started when he was drafted by the Boston Bruins in the first round, 25th overall, of the 2014 NHL Entry Draft.
A. David Pastrňák is from the Czech Republic. He was born in Havířov, Czech Republic, on May 25, 1996.
A. In 2023, David Pastrnak signed a contract extension deal for 8 years worth $90 million with the Boston Bruins. The deal included an annual average salary of $11.250 million.
