Lubomir Visnovsky is a former professional ice hockey player from Slovakia who played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for over a decade. He began his career in his home country, playing for HC Slovan Bratislava before being drafted by the Los Angeles Kings in the fourth round of the 2000 NHL Entry Draft.
Visnovsky made his NHL debut in the 2000-2001 season and quickly established himself as a skilled offensive defenseman. He was known for his speed, agility, and ability to move the puck up the ice. He spent six seasons with the Kings, earning a reputation as one of the team's top players and earning a spot on the NHL All-Rookie Team in 2001-2002.
In 2008, Visnovsky was traded to the Edmonton Oilers, where he continued to excel on the ice. He was named an NHL All-Star in 2009 and finished the season with a career-high 68 points. He also represented Slovakia in several international tournaments, including the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver.
After two seasons with the Oilers, Visnovsky was traded to the Anaheim Ducks in 2010. He played three seasons with the Ducks, helping the team reach the playoffs in each of those seasons. In 2013, he was traded to the New York Islanders, where he played his final two seasons in the NHL.
Throughout his career, Visnovsky was known for his offensive prowess and his ability to contribute to his team's success. He finished his NHL career with 495 points in 883 games, an impressive feat for a defenseman. He also represented Slovakia in several international tournaments, including the World Championships and the Olympics.
Visnovsky retired from professional hockey in 2017, ending a successful career that spanned over a decade. He will be remembered as one of the top Slovakian players to ever play in the NHL and as a skilled and talented defenseman who contributed to his team's success on the ice.
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