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Roman Hamrlik was a very steady, reliable second pairing defenseman who could fill in in any situation. Though he never emerged as a superstar that everyone hopes for out of a first overall draft pick, he was a very desirable player, a hard hitter with a quiet snarl to his game. He was better defensively than some people gave him credit for, yet he was not as good offensively as some believed. He had a good shot and made smart first pass, but was never an overly creative offensive player. He became an in-demand player as a veteran because of his savvy and calm play. He would often be brought into a new team to play a leader's role and help young prospects like he once was.
Hamrlik, who was an All-star in 1996, 1999 and 2003, represented the Czech Republic internationally and helped his country win the gold medal at the 1998 Nagano Olympics.
Brother: Martin Hamrlík
Nephew: Matyas Hamrlik
DATE | STATUS | FROM | TO | SOURCE |
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10/21/2013 | ||||
10/21/2013 | Confirmed | New York Rangers | Retired |
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03/06/2013 | ||||
03/06/2013 | Confirmed | Washington Capitals | New York Rangers |
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07/01/2011 | ||||
07/01/2011 | Confirmed | Montréal Canadiens | Washington Capitals |
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06/17/2016 |
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nhl.com |
06/22/2014 |
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nhl.com |
01/30/2014 |
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hokej.idnes.cz |
10/21/2013 |
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nhlpa.com |
10/21/2013 |
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sports.yahoo.com |
10/21/2013 |
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thehockeynews.com |
05/04/2012 |
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washingtonexaminer.com |
04/03/2012 |
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washingtonpost.com |
Drafted 1991, 16 #183 overall by Drummondville Voltigeurs in the QMJHL Entry Draft
Cult/Star player for New York Islanders
Cult/Star player for Tampa Bay Lightning
Career transactions
- 1997-12-30 • Traded to the Edmonton Oilers with Paul Comrie for Bryan Marchment, Steve Kelly and Jason Bonsignore
- 2000-06-24 • Traded to the New York Islanders for Eric Brewer , Josh Green & a 2000 2nd round pick (Brad Winchester)
- 2004-08-04 • Signed as a free agent by the HC Zlin
- 2005-08-14 • Signed as a free agent by the Calgary Flames
- 2007-07-02 • Signed as a free agent by the Montréal Canadiens
- 2011-07-01 • Signed as a free agent by the Washington Capitals
- 2013-03-06 • Waiver by the New York Rangers
- 2013-10-20 • Announced his retirement
Other memorable dates
- 1992-10-20 • Scored his first NHL goal (vs. Edmonton Oilers vs. Bill Ranford)
- 1992-10-07 • Made his NHL debut (vs. Chicago Blackhawks)