Juraj Slafkovsky Officially Named to Slovakia's Olympic Roster Despite Recent Controversy
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We strongly suspected it, but it has now been officially confirmed for Montreal Canadiens forward Juraj Slafkovsky.
He will be part of Slovakia's roster for the upcoming Olympic Games!
This could spark some discussion back home, particularly due to his recent criticism of the Slovak Ice Hockey Federation (which caused quite a stir there) and his absence from the most recent World Hockey Championship.
In any case, he has been selected, and we're very happy for him!
Announcement: Juraj Slafkovsky Among the First 6 Players Named to Slovakia's Olympic Roster
See the confirmation and official press release from the Montreal Canadiens.
Also check out the other players who were named alongside Slaf.
This is an excellent decision by Slovakia, despite a few recent disputes with the young Habs forward.
Joining Slafkovsky (for now) are Martin Fehervary, Simon Nemec, Erik Cernak, Tomas Tatar, and Martin Pospisil.
"Juraj Slafkovsky is one of the first 6 players named to Slovakia's preliminary Olympic roster."
- Priyanta Emrith
- Priyanta Emrith
At 21 years old and originally from Kosice, Slovakia, Slafkovsky recorded 51 points in 79 games this season in Montreal (18 goals), after tallying 50 points in 82 games last season (20 goals).
We're very excited to see him at the Olympic Games.
More details to follow.
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