Robert Lang facts for kids
This article is about the Czech hockey player. For the American paperfolder, see Robert J. Lang.
Quick facts for kids Robert Lang |
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| Born | December 19, 1970 Teplice, Czechoslovakia |
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| Height | 6 ft 3 in (191 cm) | ||
| Weight | 216 lb (98 kg; 15 st 6 lb) | ||
| Position | Centre | ||
| Shot | Right | ||
| Played for | Los Angeles Kings Boston Bruins Pittsburgh Penguins Washington Capitals Detroit Red Wings Chicago Blackhawks Montreal Canadiens Phoenix Coyotes |
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| National team |  Czech Republic and Czechoslovakia |
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| NHL Draft | 133rd overall, 1990 Los Angeles Kings |
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| Playing career | 1988–2010 | ||
Robert Lang was born on December 19, 1970, in Teplice, which was then part of Czechoslovakia. He became a famous Czech ice hockey player. He played as a centre and spent 18 years playing in the National Hockey League (NHL).
Robert Lang played for many different teams during his long career. These teams included the Los Angeles Kings, Boston Bruins, Pittsburgh Penguins, Washington Capitals, Detroit Red Wings, Chicago Blackhawks, Montreal Canadiens, and the Phoenix Coyotes. He was known for his skill and how well he played the game.
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Robert Lang's Hockey Career
Robert Lang started his professional hockey journey in 1988. He was drafted by the Los Angeles Kings in 1990. This was a big step for him, moving from playing in his home country to the top league in North America. He quickly showed his talent on the ice.
Early NHL Years
After being drafted, Robert Lang joined the Los Angeles Kings. He played for them for a few seasons, learning the ropes of the NHL. He then moved to the Boston Bruins, where he continued to develop his game. These early years helped him become a stronger and more experienced player.
Playing for the Penguins
One of Robert Lang's most notable times was when he played for the Pittsburgh Penguins. He became a key player for them, scoring many points. His time with the Penguins showed everyone how skilled he was at both scoring goals and setting up plays for his teammates.
Moving to Washington
Later in his career, Robert Lang joined the Washington Capitals. He continued to be a strong offensive player. He helped his teams compete at a high level. His experience was valuable to every team he played for.
Later Teams and Retirement
Robert Lang also played for the Detroit Red Wings, Chicago Blackhawks, Montreal Canadiens, and the Phoenix Coyotes. He was a consistent player throughout his career. He retired from professional hockey in 2010 after a long and successful journey in the NHL.
Achievements and Awards
Robert Lang was a very respected player. In 2004, he won a special award called the Golden Hockey Stick. This award is given to the best Czech hockey player. Winning this award showed that he was considered one of the top players from his country. It was a big honor for him.
- Robert Lang's career stats at The Internet Hockey Database
- Robert Lang's NHL player profile
