Libor Hajek - NHL News & Rumors

Lands on waivers Hajek was placed on waivers Wednesday for the purpose of reassignment to AHL San Jose.

Impact Hajek hasn't made a regular-season appearance in the NHL since the 2022-23 campaign, but he signed a one-year, two-way contract with the Sharks in July. He spent the 2025-26 season with Pardubice of the Czech League, where he recorded six goals, seven assists and 44 PIM across 44 regular-season appearances. While it appears as though he'll begin the 2026-27 campaign in the minors, he could be a candidate to be called up if the Sharks deal with injuries at some point.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Agrees to one-year deal Hajek signed a one-year, two-way contract with the Sharks on Thursday.

Impact Hajek had six goals, 13 points and 41 PIM in 44 regular-season outings with Pardubice of the Czech League in 2025-26. The 28-year-old also has four goals, 12 points and 40 PIM in 110 career regular-season NHL appearances. He should get serious consideration during training camp for a roster spot with the Sharks.

JULY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Secures minor-league deal Hajek signed a one-year, minor-league contract with AHL Wilkes-Barre/Scranton on Tuesday.

Impact Hajek had been with Wilkes-Barre/Scranton's NHL affiliate Pittsburgh during training camp but was unable to secure a contract. Instead, the 25-year-old blueliner will spend the year in the minors with the Baby Pens. Unless he signs a two-way contract later in the campaign, Hajek won't be eligible to be recalled to Pittsburgh.

OCTOBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Attending Pittsburgh camp Hajek signed a professional tryout agreement with the Penguins on Tuesday, per CapFriendly.

Impact Hajek went unqualified by the Rangers in June, ending his five-year stint with the team. He has never appeared in more than 44 games or earned more than five points in a season. At 25 years old, he may still be able to find his way to a full-time NHL role. Hajek's PTO will allow him to showcase his game during the Penguins' training camp, though it's unclear if he'll earn a full contract from them or any other team.

AUGUST 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not receiving qualifying offer Hajek won't get a qualifying offer from the Rangers, which will make him an unrestricted free agent Saturday, per Arthur Staple of The Athletic.

Impact Hajek had two goals and six points in 24 AHL contests with Hartford in 2022-23. At the NHL level, the 25-year-old defenseman has accumulated four goals and 12 points in 110 career games.

JUNE 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dropped to AHL Hajek was assigned to AHL Hartford on Tuesday.

Impact Hajek was an extra defender for the Rangers in the postseason. New York's elimination in Game 7 on Monday by New Jersey opens him up to see playing time in the Calder Cup Playoffs with the Wolf Pack. The 25-year-old blueliner chipped in six points and 31 PIM in 24 AHL contests during the 2022-23 campaign.

MAY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Joins big club Hajek was promoted from AHL Hartford on Friday.

Impact Hajek scored six points in 24 games with AHL Hartford. He'll fill a depth role with the Rangers this postseason.

APRIL 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Placed on waivers Hajek was waived by the Rangers on Thursday, per TSN's Chris Johnston.

Impact Hajek last drew into the lineup for New York on Dec. 12. He has a goal in 16 games this season while averaging 13:16 of ice time. If Hajek clears waivers, the 25-year-old will likely be reassigned to AHL Hartford so he can get some work in.

FEBRUARY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 14, 2021 • YOUTUBE

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