Vladislav Tretiak is a legendary figure in the world of hockey. He was born in Moscow, Russia in 1952 and began playing hockey at the age of nine. He quickly rose to prominence in the Soviet Union, becoming the starting goaltender for the Central Red Army team at the age of 17. He was a member of the Soviet Union's national team for 13 years, from 1970 to 1984, and won three Olympic gold medals and 10 World Championships.

Tretiak was known for his quick reflexes and agility, as well as his ability to read the game and anticipate the opponent's moves. He was also known for his leadership and sportsmanship, and was respected by his teammates and opponents alike. He was the first goaltender to be named the best player in the World Championships, and was also named the best goaltender in the 1972 and 1976 Olympics.

Tretiak's career was not limited to international play. He also played in the Soviet Elite League, where he won 11 championships with the Central Red Army team. He was also the first Soviet player to be drafted into the NHL, when the Montreal Canadiens selected him in 1983. He never played in the NHL, however, as the Soviet Union did not allow its players to compete in the league at the time.

Tretiak's career was marked by numerous awards and honors, including being named the best goaltender in the World Championships three times, and being inducted into the International Ice Hockey Federation Hall of Fame in 1997. He was also inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1989, becoming the first Soviet player to receive the honor.

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