Mrazek in the IIHF Tournament
Photo credit: The Hockey News

Petr Mrazek has been a foundation for the Blackhawks during the 2023-2024 regular season.

However, during the IIHF World Hockey Championships contrasted his spectacular season, with a .907% save percentage, starting 53 games after a return from a groin injury, earning high praise from Luke Richardson.
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Mrazek allowed 3 goals in the first four shots he faced against Norway in his first start in the IIHF World Championships for his home team, Czechia.

Norway, considered underdogs, led Czechia 3-1 in the late 1st period on Saturday.

Afterwards, Mrazek would lock in and help secure the win for Czechia, securing a 6-3 win, outshooting the Norwegians 49-11.

David Kampf and Michal Kempny were former Blackhawks, who also helped lead the charge against Team Norway.
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Source: The Hockey News