JAKUB
VORACEK
RW
Ht/Wt
6’2’’,
214 lbs
Shoots
L
Experience
15
years
Debut
Oct 10, 2008
Born
Aug 15, 1989
(36 yrs)
Kladno, Czechoslovakia (Cze)
Drafted
Drafted by Columbus in 2007 (1/7).
Drafted from
Halifax (QMJHL)
Transactions & Injuries
| Date | Description | |
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| 2024-04-23 |
Announced his retirement.
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| 2024-04-18 |
Missed all 82 regular season games (concussion).
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| 2023-04-14 |
Missed the last 71 regular season games (concussion).
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| 2023-03-02 |
Acquired from the Columbus Blue Jackets
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The Columbus Blue Jackets acquired goaltender Jon Gillies from the Arizona Coyotes for winger Jakub Voracek and a sixth-round draft pick in 2023. |
| 2022-11-11 |
Upper body injury, injured reserve.
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Career Honors & Awards
| League | Honor | Description |
|---|---|---|
| NHL | First All-Star Team First All-Star Team | 2014-15 |
| NHL | Named to play in the NHL All-Star Game Named to play in the NHL All-Star Game | 2014-15 |
| QMJHL | Michel Bergeron Trophy Offensive Rookie of the Year | 2006-07 |
| QMJHL | Rookie of the Year Rookie of the Year | 2006-07 |
| QMJHL | Second All-Star Team Second All-Star Team | 2007-08 |
Scouting Report
One of the best playmaking forwards in the NHL during his prime, his passing skills opened up all kinds of scoring opportunities for his linemates. However, there were times when he would be better off shooting the puck himself instead of trying to find an open teammate. Was usually defensively responsible, creative and a hard worker. Could play either wing position. Unfortunately, concussion issues ended his National Hockey League career prematurely.
Long Range Potential: Outstanding playmaking winger (when healthy).
