Marcel Hossa, the Slovak former professional ice hockey left winger, known for his stints in the NHL with the Montreal Canadiens, New York Rangers, and Phoenix Coyotes, has made a surprising transition into the world of boxing.
Having been drafted by the Montreal Canadiens in the first round, 16th overall, in the 2000 NHL Entry Draft, Hossa's hockey career has been marked by notable achievements, including playing in the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL) for teams like Dinamo Riga, Ak Bars Kazan, and Spartak Moscow. He has also proudly represented Slovakia in international competitions, notably at the 2006, 2010, and 2014 Winter Olympics.
Notably, Hossa hails from a hockey family, with his older brother Marián Hossa being a three-time Stanley Cup champion and a revered member of the Hockey Hall of Fame, formerly associated with the Chicago Blackhawks.
In a surprising turn of events, Marcel Hossa has decided to hang up his skates and step into the boxing ring. Last night marked his debut match, and to the delight of fans, he secured victory through disqualification. Footage from the match surfaced, showcasing Hossa's prowess in the boxing ring.
The transition from ice hockey to boxing is indeed an unexpected move, but Hossa's successful debut hints at an exciting new chapter in his athletic journey. As fans eagerly await more updates, Marcel Hossa's venture into the world of boxing adds a fresh and intriguing dimension to his already illustrious sports career.
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DECEMBRE 3 | 56 ANSWERS M.Hossa officially makes professional boxing debut and shocks many Did you expect Hossa to transition from hockey to boxing? | ||
Yes | 17 | 30.4 % |
No | 39 | 69.6 % |
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