Straka Signs two-Year Contract with Vsetín

VHK Robe Vsetín has secured a important addition to their offensive arsenal by signing Petr Straka to a two-year contract. The experienced forward becomes the twelfth attacker on the teamS roster as they prepare for the upcoming season. This acquisition signals Vsetín’s intent to strengthen their team and compete at the highest level.

Management’s Outlook: A Two-Way Threat

Radim Tesařík, representing the club, expressed his enthusiasm about the signing. We were interested in Peter a year ago,but at that time he was on the rehearsal in Kladno,where he eventually agreed to engage. We are glad that this year we have agreed to cooperate and Peter will become a player in Vsetín, tesařík stated, highlighting the team’s long-standing interest in the player.

Tesařík further elaborated on Straka’s capabilities, emphasizing his versatility: Peter can play well in the attack and defense, it is a two -way attacker. the added value for our team can be in its emphasis, and along with sufficient space on the ice can help in productivity. References are positive, a big professional and I believe in Vsetin. This suggests that Vsetín views Straka as a player who can contribute both offensively and defensively, bringing a well-rounded skill set to the team.

Straka’s Hockey Journey: From NHL to Vsetín

The 32-year-old forward brings a wealth of experience to Vsetín, having played extensively in various leagues. His career includes stints in the NHL with the Philadelphia Flyers, where he played three games. In 2017, he returned from North America to his parent club, Pilsen, and has since played for Litvínov and Kladno.Last season with Kladno, Straka participated in 49 games, recording 3 goals and 8 assists. To date, he has accumulated 407 extra-league starts and 144 points (60 goals, 84 assists).

The references to him are positive, it is a great professional and I believe that it will capitalize on Vsetin’s experience.

Straka’s Motivation: Aiming for the Top

Straka revealed that discussions with Vsetín began the previous summer. The prospect to go to Vsetín started to be created last summer,when Mr. Rob called me and told me about Vsetín. Last year it turned out that I went to Kladno. After the past season I learned that I would not continue in Kladno, so I was immediately interested in Vsetín, Straka explained.

he also expressed his admiration for the team’s performance: I watched the Play Off Max League and I kept my fingers, I was waiting to continue, which eventually was and I am pleased that we agreed and that I will play here. Personal ambitions are to help the team to the top place where Vsetin is definitely heading and it was one of the things to play.They won every match. Straka’s ambition aligns with Vsetín’s goals, suggesting a strong commitment to the team’s success.

Personal ambitions are to help the team to the highest ranks where Vsetin is definitely heading and it was one of the things that played a role in my decision -making.

Familiar Faces in a New Environment

Although Straka has never played in the first league, he is not entering completely unfamiliar territory. I know a lot of boys. I played with Luboš Rob in Pilsen for two seasons, I grew up with Vít jonák in Pilsen. We know each other very well.I played with Matěj Stříteský in about five teams and I look forward to further cooperation, Straka noted, highlighting his existing relationships with several players on the Vsetín roster.These pre-existing connections could facilitate a smoother transition and integration into the team.

VHK Robe Vsetín Roster Overview

Here’s a look at the current VHK Robe Vsetín roster:

Goalkeepers:

• David Honzík
• Adam Pavlicek

Defenders:

• Jakub Ďurkáč
• Adam Srdínko
• Jan Zahradníček
• Robin Staněk
• matěj Stříteský
• Patrik marcel
• Filip Krajčík

Attackers:

• Štěpán Bláha
• Matyáš Dědek
• Adam Hořanský
• Vít Jonák
• Pavel Klůdek
• Štěpán Matějček
• Radek Prokeš
• Luboš Rob
• Tomáš Šmerha
• Erik Pospisil
• Tomas Jandus
• Petr Straka