Thomas Vanek (born January 19, 1984) is an Austrian professional ice hockey left winger who is currently playing with the Minnesota Wild of the National Hockey League (NHL). Vanek was drafted by the Buffalo Sabres fifth overall in the 2003 NHL Entry Draft, making him the highest drafted Austrian in NHL history.
Vezina Trophy, King Clancy Memorial Trophy, NHL Foundation Player Award
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Fact
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Goalie with the NHL's Washington Capitals, 1989-1990 (2 games), 1992-2004, 2005-2008.
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Played for the New Westminster (British Columbia) Bruins and the Tri-City (Kennewick, Washington) Americans of the Western Hockey League from 1987-1990.
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Became Part-Owner of the Tri-City Americans.
Self
Title
Year
Status
Character
NHL: Washington Capitals 10 Greatest Games
2010
Himself
2006 NHL Awards
2006
TV Special
Himself
The NHL's Masked Men: The Last Line of Defense
1998
Video documentary
Himself
Known for movies
The NHL's Masked Men: The Last Line of Defense (1998) as Himself
2006 NHL Awards (2006) as Himself
NHL: Washington Capitals 10 Greatest Games (2010) as Himself