What is Zdeno Chara's Net Worth?
Zdeno Chara, a renowned Slovak professional hockey player, boasts an impressive net worth of $50 million. Born in Trencin, Czechoslovakia, in March 1977, Chara embarked on his hockey journey with various teams, including HK Dukla Trencin, HC Sparta Praha, SHK 37 Piestany, Prince George Cougars, Kentucky Thoroughblades, and Lowell Lock Monsters. He further honed his skills with Farjestads BK and HC Lev Praha.
Selected 56th overall by the New York Islanders in the 1996 NHL Draft, Chara stands tall as the NHL's tallest player ever at 6'9". His career took a significant turn when he joined the Ottawa Senators in 2001 and later signed a monumental five-year, $37.5 million contract with the Boston Bruins in 2006.
In 2011, Chara led the Bruins to a Stanley Cup victory. His prowess on the ice earned him spots in the NHL All-Star Game in 2003, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2011, and 2012. Chara's exceptional performance also secured him a place on the NHL First All-Star Team in 2004, 2009, and 2014.
Among Chara's notable accolades is the James Norris Memorial Trophy, which he won in 2009. He dominated the Hardest Shot competition repeatedly, clinching victories in 2007, 2008, 2009, 2011, and 2012. Chara's leadership shone brightly when he received the Mark Messier Leadership Award in 2011, followed by The Hockey News' John Ferguson Award for the toughest player in 2013.
Internationally, Chara represented Slovakia with distinction, earning Silver medals in 2000 and 2012. Notably, he is the first NHL captain born inside the Iron Curtain to lead a team to a Stanley Cup victory.
