Birthdate: May 20, 1940
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Sokolče, Vlachy, Slovakia
Died: August 7, 2018
Stan Mikita, a Slovak-born Canadian ice hockey player, achieved fame playing for the Chicago Black Hawks in the NHL. Regarded as one of the finest centers of the 1960s, he was honored as one of the 100 Greatest NHL Players in 2017. Mikita made history as the first Slovak-born player to win the Stanley Cup in 1961. Renowned for his exceptional skills and versatility on the ice, he has left an enduring legacy in the world of hockey, solidifying his status as a legendary figure in the sport’s history.
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