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Vitek Vanecek

Goaltender · New York Islanders

2014 Draft, Rd 2 Pick 9 (#39) — Washington Capitals

Age 306'2"184 lbsCatches LeftHavlickuv Brod, CZE

Current Season

GP

22

W-L-OTL

5-13-3

GAA

2.93

SV%

.883

SO

1

GS

-

Last 5 Games

DateOppDecGASASV%
Apr 16vs STLL110.900
Apr 12@ CGYL423.826
Mar 26vs WSHL623.739
Mar 24vs EDM-0101.000
Mar 20vs ANAL222.909

Career Stats

Contract

Cap Hit

$1.00M

Total Value

$1.00M

Expires

1 yrs · 2026-2027

Status

Then UFA

via PuckPedia

Recent Stories

Free Agency
Islanders Lock in Maccelli and Vanecek on One-Year Deals

The Islanders are keeping continuity on both sides of the puck by signing forward Matias Maccelli and goaltender Vitek Vanecek to one-year contracts on free agency's opening day. These signings suggest New York's front office believes both players are part of the solution moving forward, even if they're not committing to long-term deals just yet. The Islanders are betting that another year together will help this roster find the chemistry needed to make a playoff push.

New York IslandersToronto Maple Leafs
Draft & Prospects
Vanecek Lands in Dallas: Stars' Second-Round Selection

The Dallas Stars used their second-round pick to bring Jakub Vanecek into the organization during the 2026 NHL Draft. Vanecek's selection reflects the Stars' commitment to building depth on the blue line through the draft process. This move adds another prospect to Dallas' defensive development pipeline as the team continues its long-term planning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are Vitek Vanecek's stats this season?
Vitek Vanecek has a 5-13-3 record in 22 games this season with a 2.93 GAA and .883 save percentage, including 1 shutout.
What team does Vitek Vanecek play for?
Vitek Vanecek is a goaltender for the New York Islanders.
What is Vitek Vanecek's contract?
Vitek Vanecek has a cap hit of $1.00M with 0 years remaining. He will be an unrestricted free agent (UFA) when the contract expires.
When was Vitek Vanecek drafted?
Vitek Vanecek was drafted in the 2014 NHL Draft by the Washington Capitals in Round 2, Pick 9 (39 overall).
Where is Vitek Vanecek from?
Vitek Vanecek is 30 years old and was born in Havlickuv Brod, CZE.