Ondrej Pavelec is a professional hockey player for the Atlanta Thrashers in the National Hockey League. In the 2008-2009 season, Pavalec split the season between the Thrashers and their American Hockey League affiliate, the Chicago Wolves.
Pavelec became an instant Internet sensation in October 2009 when video of him allowing a 178-foot goal on a long pass from Washington Capitals defenseman Jeff Schultz circulated the web.http://sports.yahoo.com/nhl/blog/puck_daddy/post/Video-Who-had-more-embarrassing-goal-Pavelec-o?urn=nhl,197825
Career Highlights
- 2006, 2007: Jacques Plante Memorial Trophy for the lowest GAA in the QMJHL
- 2006: Raymond Lagace Trophy as the QMJHL defensive rookie of the year
- 2006: RDS Cup as the QMJHL rookie of the year
- 2006, 2007: QMJHL First All-Star Team
- 2006: QMJHL All-Rookie Team
- 2007-2008: AHL Calder Cup with the Chicago Wolves
- October 2008: AHL Goalie of the Month
178-foot Goal on Ondrej Pavelec
source: www.youtube.com
Ondrej Pavelec allows a goal on a long pass from Washington Capitals defenseman Jeff Schultz during an October 22, 2009, game.
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Fast Facts
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Born
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Birthplace
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Height
6'2"
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Weight
200 lbs
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Position
Goaltender
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Draft year
2005, 42st overall by the Atlanta Thrashers
