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21. Peter Bondra

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21. Peter Bondra

Although Peter Bondra was not born in Slovakia (he moved there when he was three), he is one of the best players to ever emerge from the Eastern European nation. After four years in the Czech league, Bondra joined the Washington Capitals and after a few years emerged as their best offensive threat. The Slovakian Sniper not only possessed deadly shot accuracy, but he was also blessed with amazing speed.

Despite this, Peter Bondra may have a hard time cracking the Hall. It is true he was among the best ever to play for Washington and was among the best ever to come from Slovakia, but without a Cup Ring or a major NHL award (or even contend for one), he might fall into the very good, but not good enough slot for consideration. His wild card could be his continued contributions as the general manager of the Slovakian National team and his continued contributions to International hockey.

Should Peter Bondra be in the Hall of Fame?

Definitely put him in! - 80.1%
Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 13.2%
Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 3.6%
No opinion. - 0.3%
No way! - 2.8%

The Bullet Points

  • Country of Origin: Lutsk, Ukraine (Raised in the former Czechoslovakia)
  • Eligible Since: Friday, 01 January 2010
  • Played For: Atlanta Thrashers, Chicago Blackhawks, Ottawa Senators, Washington Capitals
  • Non-NHL Teams: Team Slovakia (Olympics 1998 & 2006, World Cup of Hockey 1996 & 2004, World Hockey Championship 2002 & 2003)
  • Major Accolades and Awards: NHL All-Star (1993, 1996, 1997, 1998 & 1999)
    Most Goals (1995 & 1998)
    Most Power-Play Goals (2001 & 2002)
    Most Short-Handed Goals (1995)
    Most Game-Winning Goals (1998)
    Most Goals per Game (1995)
    Stamley Cup Rings (None)
    World Hockey Championship Gold Medal (Slovakia, 2002)
    World Hockey Championship Bronze Meda (Slovakia, 2003)

Should Peter Bondra be in the Hall of Fame?

Definitely put him in! - 80.1%
Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 13.2%
Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 3.6%
No opinion. - 0.3%
No way! - 2.8%
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