Nedomanksy starred for over a decade with Slovan Bratislava. He also represented Czechoslovakia at 9 world championships and 2 Olympics (winning silver in 1968 and bronze in 1972).
The fact that Big Ned never got long lasting respect is a bit of a surprise, given that he finished his career in North America. He defected to Canada in 1974 and played in the WHA with the Toronto Toros and then the Birmingham Bulls when the franchise relocated there. He later joined the Detroit Red Wings for several seasons before bouncing around the league in his NHL days.
There are 20 relics of Nedomansky's career up for bids at ClassicAuctions.net including:
- 1968 Olympics silver medal
- 1972 Olympic bronze medal
- 1976 WHA Paul Denau Trophy
- 1969 World Championships game worn jersey
- Various world championship medals
Tomorrow we'll take a look at a number of other fascinating international items available at ClassicAuctions.net.
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Enjoyed watching him in the old WHA days one of the best to come out of the eastern block countries.
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