Jiri Kulich, born April 14, 2004, is a Czech professional ice hockey center playing for the Buffalo Sabres in the NHL (as of January 2025). Drafted 28th overall in the 2022 NHL Entry Draft, Kulich began his professional career with HC Energie Karlovy Vary in the Czech Extraliga, debuting during the 2020–21 season. The following year, he recorded nine goals and five assists in 49 games.
Kulich moved to North America in 2022, signing a three-year entry-level contract with the Sabres. He made his NHL debut on November 25, 2023, against the New Jersey Devils. Internationally, Kulich has represented Czechia (formerly the Czech Republic), earning MVP honors at the 2022 IIHF U18 Championships.
| Name | Jiri Kulich |
| Age | 20 years old, as of Jan 2025 |
| DOB and Birthplace | April 14, 2004, Kadaň, Czechia |
| Nationality | Czech |
| College Name | - |
| Team Name/s | Buffalo Sabres |
| Jersey Number | 20 |
| Position | Center |
Jiri Kulich early life
Jiri Kulich began his hockey journey in Czechia. He played for Piráti Chomutov's youth teams, competing in various junior leagues. During the 2017-18 season, he joined the U16 team, where he contributed 10 points in 22 games. The following year, Kulich scored 48 points in 35 games with the U16 squad. His progress continued in the U17 and U20 levels.
Jiri Kulich's personal life
Jiri Kulich’s family has been a big part of his success, as per the Czech star who talked about his family with 13wham.com in 2023. He said, "I FaceTime with my parents and my brother every day, and my momma teach me how to cook. It's just cheese sauce with pasta and chicken — every day".
Jiri Kulich social media
Jiri Kulich is active on the Instagram handle, @kulda15. He shares updates about his life and hockey journey through his account.
Jiri Kulich contract
According to Spotrac, Jiri Kulich signed a 3-year contract with the Buffalo Sabres worth $2.85 million, including a $285,000 signing bonus. His average yearly salary is $950,000. In the 2024-25 season, he will earn $855,000 as a base salary and a $95,000 signing bonus with a cap hit of $886,666. He will become a restricted free agent (RFA) in 2027.
FAQs on Jiří Kulich
A. Jiri Kulich signed a 3-year contract with the Buffalo Sabres worth $2.85 million, including a $285,000 signing bonus.
A. Jiří Kulich is playing for the Buffalo Sabres as of January 2025.
A. Jiří Kulich is from Kadaň, Czechia (formerly Czech Republic).
