Michal Rozsival is a former professional ice hockey player from the Czech Republic. He began his career in the Czech Extraliga, playing for HC Verva Litvínov and HC Plzeň before being drafted by the Pittsburgh Penguins in the fourth round of the 1996 NHL Entry Draft.
Rozsival made his NHL debut with the Penguins in the 1999-2000 season, playing in 14 games. He spent the next two seasons splitting time between the NHL and the AHL, before becoming a full-time NHL player with the New York Rangers in the 2003-2004 season.
Rozsival played for the Rangers for four seasons, establishing himself as a reliable defenseman and a key member of the team's penalty kill. He was known for his strong defensive play and his ability to move the puck up the ice.
In the summer of 2008, Rozsival signed a four-year contract with the Chicago Blackhawks. He played for the Blackhawks for five seasons, helping the team win the Stanley Cup in 2013. Rozsival was a valuable member of the Blackhawks' defense corps, providing veteran leadership and a steady presence on the blue line.
After his time with the Blackhawks, Rozsival signed a one-year contract with the Arizona Coyotes for the 2015-2016 season. He played in 51 games for the Coyotes, but his season was cut short by a lower-body injury.
Rozsival returned to the Blackhawks for the 2016-2017 season, but his playing time was limited due to injuries and the emergence of younger players on the team. He announced his retirement from professional hockey in August 2017.
Throughout his career, Rozsival was known for his strong defensive play, his ability to move the puck up the ice, and his leadership in the locker room. He played in over 1,000 NHL games, scoring 66 goals and 197 assists for a total of 263 points. He also played in 135 playoff games, scoring 5 goals and 25 assists for a total of 30 points.
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