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Vic Venasky
Born (1951-03-06) March 6, 1951 (age 74)
Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada
Height 5 ft 11 in (180 cm)
Weight 185 lb (84 kg; 13 st 3 lb)
Position Centre
Shot Right
Played for Los Angeles Kings
HC Davos
NHL Draft 34th overall, 1971
Los Angeles Kings
Playing career 1972–1980

Victor William Venasky was born on March 6, 1951. He is a Canadian former professional ice hockey player. He played as a centre in the National Hockey League (NHL). Victor played for the Los Angeles Kings from 1972 to 1979.

About Victor Venasky

His Hockey Journey

Victor Venasky started playing hockey when he was young. He played for the Port Arthur Marrs as a junior player. His team even reached the finals of the Memorial Cup in 1967. This is a big championship for junior hockey teams in Canada.

After playing junior hockey, Victor went to college. He played college hockey at the University of Denver. Later, he joined the Los Angeles Kings in the National Hockey League. He played 430 games in the NHL.

After his professional playing career, Victor continued to be involved in hockey. He now coaches young hockey players. He also runs a shop in Southern California that rents out sports equipment.

Awards and Achievements

Victor Venasky received special awards during his college hockey career.

  • In the 1970–71 season, he was named to the All-WCHA Second Team.
  • He also earned the AHCA West All-American award in the same 1970–71 season. These awards recognize top college hockey players.

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