Peter Bondra

Date of Birth: February 7, 1968

Zodiac Sign: Aquarius

Biography

Peter Bondra is a former professional ice hockey player, widely regarded as one of the greatest Slovak wings in NHL history. Born in Lutsk, Soviet Union (now Ukraine), Bondra moved to Slovakia with his family where he began his hockey career. He was drafted by the Washington Capitals in the 1990 NHL Entry Draft and spent the majority of his illustrious career with the team. Over the course of his career, Bondra played for several teams including the Ottawa Senators, Atlanta Thrashers, and Chicago Blackhawks. Known for his incredible speed and goal-scoring ability, Bondra scored 503 goals and registered 389 assists in 1,081 NHL games. After retiring as a player, he has been involved in various roles, including serving as the general manager of the Slovak national team.

5 Interesting Facts about Peter Bondra

1. Bondra scored 52 goals twice in his career, during the 1995-96 and 1997-98 NHL seasons.

2. He became a U.S. citizen in 2007.

3. Bondra won the Fastest Skater competition at the NHL All-Star Skills Competition in 1997.

4. He played in five NHL All-Star Games.

5. Bondra was the Slovak national team’s general manager when they won the 2002 IIHF World Championship.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Peter Bondra

1. “Hockey is a sport that teaches you how to win and lose with dignity.”

2. “When you play for the name on the front of the jersey, you’ll remember the name on the back.”

3. “Speed and skill will always have a place in hockey.”

4. “I owe a lot to the fans who supported me throughout my career.”

5. “Being a part of the Slovak national team’s success is one of my proudest moments.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

The highest net worth achieved by Peter Bondra is estimated to be around $10 million.

Children

Peter Bondra has three children: Petra Bondra, David Bondra, and Nicholas Bondra. His son, David Bondra, followed in his father’s footsteps and pursued a career in professional ice hockey.