Adam Jiříček
Adam Jiříček (born 28 June 2006) is a Czech ice hockey defenceman for the HC Plzeň of the Czech Extraliga.[1] He is considered one of the top defensemen in his age group, and a likely first round pick in the 2024 NHL draft.[2]
| Adam Jiříček | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Born |
28 June 2006 Plzeň, Czech Republic | ||
| Height | 6 ft 2 in (188 cm) | ||
| Weight | 176 lb (80 kg; 12 st 8 lb) | ||
| Position | Defence | ||
| Shoots | Right | ||
| Czech Extraliga team | HC Plzeň | ||
| NHL Draft | Eligible 2024 | ||
| Playing career | 2022–present | ||
Playing career
Jiříček won a silver medal at the 2023 Hlinka Gretzky Cup.[3]
Personal life
Jiříček is the younger brother of NHL defenseman David Jiříček.[4]
References
- Cushman, Kyle. "An early look at 11 prospects destined for the 2024 NHL Draft". The Score. Retrieved 17 October 2023.
- Wheeler, Scott. "2024 NHL Draft ranking: Macklin Celebrini leads Scott Wheeler's preseason top 32". The Athletic. Retrieved 17 October 2023.
- Kennedy, Ian. "2024 NHL Draft rankings: Two-horse race forming at the top". MSN. Retrieved 17 October 2023.
- Potts, Andy (26 April 2023). "Adam inspired by brother's progress". IIHF.com. Retrieved 17 October 2023.
External links
- Biographical information and career statistics from Eliteprospects.com, or The Internet Hockey Database
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