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Jiri
Novotny
Center
Birthdate
12/8/1983
Birthplace
Pelhrimov, Czechoslovakia
Draft Info
2001: Rd 1, Pk 22 (BUF)
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Biography
Birthdate
12/8/1983
Birthplace
Pelhrimov, Czechoslovakia
Draft Info
2001: Rd 1, Pk 22 (BUF)
Position
Center
Career History
Columbus Blue Jackets
2007-2009 (2 Seasons)
Washington Capitals
2006*-2007 (1 Season)
Buffalo Sabres
2005-2006* (2 Seasons)
NHL News
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Vegas Golden Knights vs. Utah Mammoth: Game Highlights
Vegas Golden Knights vs. Utah Mammoth: Game Highlights
Golden Knights eliminate Mammoth with Game 6 win
Mitch Marner had two goals and an assist, Carter Hart made 21 saves and the Golden Knights beat the Mammoth 5-1 on Friday night in Game 6 to wrap up the first-round series.
Mitch Marner scores twice to help Golden Knights eliminate Mammoth with Game 6 win
— Mitch Marner had two goals and an assist, Carter Hart made 21 saves and Vegas Golden Knights beat the Utah Mammoth 5-1 on Friday night in Game 6 to wrap up the first-round series.
