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  Tomas Vokoun - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Tomáš Vokoun (born July 2, 1976 in Karlovy Vary, Czechoslovakia) is a professional ice hockey player.
Tomáš was drafted by the Montreal Canadiens in the ninth round of the 1994 NHL Entry Draft, 226th overall.
Vokoun acquitted himself well when given the chance to start, and shouldered a heavy load for the Predators.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Tomas_Vokoun   (695 words)

  
 ESPN Fantasy Hockey 2006: Player News Archive   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Vokoun (knee) made it through practice on Friday and declared that he was ready to play in Saturday's game, the Nashville Tennessean reports.
Vokoun, who helped lead the Predators to their first playoff berth last season, agreed to terms on a multi-year contract on Wednesday.
Vokoun is still feeling the effects on his battle with the flu, the Nashville Tennessean reports.
games.espn.go.com /cgi/fhl/playernewsarchive?statsId=1541   (2495 words)

  
 WCH2004.com Official site of World Cup of Hockey 2004   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Tomas Vokoun is the number one choice for the Czech Republic as the 2004 World Cup of Hockey nears.
Vokoun has established himself as the No. 1 goalie for the Czech Republic and his arrival as the man between the pipes signals a changing of the guard when the 2004 World Cup of Hockey begins.
Vokoun was the 226th overall pick by the Montreal Canadiens in 1994 and when a team picks a player 226th overall, it's a huge bonus if the plays minor pro let alone becomes a star in the NHL.
www.wch2004.com /countries/cze/vokoun081104.html   (1036 words)

  
 Hockey Digest: The secret is out: goaltender Tomas Vokoun conquered disorder to reach the All-Star game and lead ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
The 6', 195-pound Vokoun appeared in the All-Star game for the Western Conference and guided the Predators to their first-ever playoff appearance, And while he gained some notoriety for his trash talking in the first-round series against Detroit, what really stood out was his gritty play.
Vokoun appeared in 57 of the last 58 games, including a franchise-record 38 consecutive starts to help the team stay in the playoff race until late in the year.
Though Vokoun's goals-against average (2.53) and save percentage (.909) weren't among the league leaders, they were good enough to net him 34 wins, tied for third-best in the league with Ed Belfour of the Maple Leafs.
www.findarticles.com /p/articles/mi_m0FCM/is_7_32/ai_n6130484   (1371 words)

  
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Tomas didn't, yet, know Jason quite as well as he knew Karlis, but he'd be forever grateful to him for bringing his friend such joy.
Tomas moaned endearments in a molten mix of languages then lost the ability to speak at all when Andy shuddered around him, his body clenching on Tomas', spinning them both over the edge into ecstasy.
Tomas gathered them together at that point in the cradle of his mind and heart, melded the join, eased the flow, encouraged the sharing, fed the flow of emotion and sensation, then slid away back down into his body and the roar of passion that filled it.
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 Tomas Vokoun (1998-present)
Vokoun isn't as consistent as he could be but has a knack for making big saves at the right time.
Tomas made his National Hockey League postseason debut on April 7, 2004 as his Nashville Predators (who were also making their postseason debut) took on the Detroit Red Wings at Joe Louis Arena.
Vokoun was at his best when protecting Nashville's third-period lead, stopping Brett Hull twice at the net early in the period, and also making a kick save off Mathieu Schneider.
hockeygoalies.org /bio/vokoun.html   (5105 words)

  
 Epiphany   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Tomas knew he would be held to that promise and he was both relieved and terrified at the prospect.
While Tomas' natural instincts were always to protect those around him, especially those he loved, it was sweet, delicious pleasure to be able to abandon himself here and now, in the safety of this warded, special place that he had created solely for their love, to his Andrej's care.
As Tomas lost himself in sweet ecstasy, shadows danced, the wall drapes rustled, the fire sparked, and water rose in a rainbow of droplets, coalescing in the air into the shape of a dragon.
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 Vancouver Canucks, Greg Johnson, Tomas Vokoun, Yanic Perreault, National Hockey League, Nashville Predators - CBS ...
Greg Johnson broke a tie with a short-handed goal 45 seconds into the third period, and Tomas Vokoun made 41 saves in the Predators' 3-1 victory over the Vancouver Canucks on Thursday night.
Vokoun was playing for the first time since helping the Czech Republic to an Olympic bronze medal last week.
Tomas Vokoun dives to push the puck away out of the reach of the Canucks' Brendan Morrison.
cbs.sportsline.com /nhl/gamecenter/recap/NHL_20060302_VAN@NSH/rss   (775 words)

  
 ESPN.com: Nashville Predators - Tomas Vokoun Player Card
Tomas Vokoun has not been involved in any transactions this season.
Nashville Predators center David Legwand will have knee surgery on Monday and goaltender Tomas Vokoun will be out up to two weeks with a knee strain.
All-Star goaltender Tomas Vokoun agreed to terms on a three-year contract with the Nashville Predators on Wednesday.
sports.espn.go.com /nhl/players/profile?statsId=1541   (86 words)

  
 Preds turn Dunham loss into wins - Thursday, 12/11/03   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
The more time passes, the more it seems goaltender Tomas Vokoun was directly involved in the trade that sent Mike Dunham to the New York Rangers.
That's because it was Vokoun who turned what might have been a tricky situation — the loss of a potential franchise netminder — into the launching of another cornerstone career.
Vokoun has appeared in a staggering 77 of the 80 games since last Dec. 12, posting a 35-31-10 record, 2.20 goals against average and.919 save percentage.
tennessean.com /sports/predators/archives/03/12/43898780.shtml?...   (583 words)

  
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Last Updated: 1/22/2004 12:00:00 PM Predators goaltender Tomas Vokoun ranks among the league leaders in the only category he cares about.
That would be victories, and Vokoun is atop the NHL with 21 wins.
Vokoun said Wednesday it's all about being a little bit better than the other guy as he helps his teammates win games.
www.wbir.com /printfullstory.aspx?storyid=16377   (173 words)

  
 Tomas Vokoun - Nashville Predators #29   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
It was long rumored that Nashville had two starting goalies and was keeping Tomas in reserve for no reason - he was always being downplayed to Dunham.
Tomas has been my favorite goalie for a LONG time now - actually, since he was acquired by the Predators.
Tomas is a great guy and fun to hang out with (though I can only boast doing this once).
www.hockeychic.com /preds/vokoun.htm   (271 words)

  
 Czechs edge Americans 3-2 in shootout   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Roach held the United States' hopes on his stick but Tomas Vokoun stopped his backhander, giving the Czech Republic a 3-2 quarterfinals victory Thursday at the world hockey championship.
Vokoun was beaten last year by Roach's left-right move that created an open net.
Vokoun made 11 saves in the third period and overtime, keeping his team in the game.
www.azcentral.com /sports/coyotes/articles/0512worlds-ON.html   (743 words)

  
 ECHL - Premier 'AA' Hockey League
Editor’s Note - Tomas Vokoun was 20-10-2 and ranked 18th in the ECHL with a 3.67 goals-against average in 35 regular season games for Wheeling in 1995-96.
The host Czechs finished fifth, but Vokoun posted a 5-1 record along with a 1.14 GAA and.944 save percentage.
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www.echl.com /cgi-bin/mpublic.cgi?action=show_news&cat=1&id=2736   (280 words)

  
 Predators even series with Red Wings - NHL - MSNBC.com
Predators goalie Tomas Vokoun blocks a shot by Wings' Tomas Holmstrom during Nashville's 3-0 victory Tuesday.
Vokoun continued his suffocating play by stopping 41 shots and shutting out the Red Wings 3-0 Tuesday night as the Predators evened their first-round series 2-2.
Vokoun was better Tuesday night in his 13th career shutout — even with the Red Wings outshooting Nashville 41-20.
www.msnbc.msn.com /id/4734446   (917 words)

  
 National Hockey League Players' Association   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Tomas Vokoun was drafted 226th overall in the 1994 Entry Draft by the Montréal Canadiens.
On June 26, 1998, Tomas was claimed in the Expansion Draft by the Nashville Predators.
In 2003-04, Tomas posted a 34-29-10 record to lead the Predators to their first playoff berth in franchise history.
www.nhlpa.com /WebStats/PlayerBiography.asp?ID=5812   (315 words)

  
 USATODAY.com - Checking in with ... Tomas Vokoun   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
This week, Kevin Allen talks with Czech-born Tomas Vokoun, who is now the Nashville Predators' No. 1 goalkeeper.
Tomas Vokoun is proud of the Czech Republic but says Seinfeld is funnier in English.
NaN/NaN/NaN NaN:NaN PM Tomas Vokoun is proud of the Czech Republic but says Seinfeld is funnier in English.
www.usatoday.com /sports/hockey/2003-10-13-checking-in_x.htm   (621 words)

  
 Tomas Vokoun NHL Hockey at CBS SportsLine.com
Compare Vokoun against his opponents in his next game.
Tomas Vokoun was simply amazing in Thursday's game against the Canucks.
Vokoun remains a must-start in all Fantasy leagues despite a difficult time in the Olympic Games for Team Czech Republic where he actually lost his job to non-NHLer Milan Hnilicka.
www.sportsline.com /nhl/players/playerpage/20195   (191 words)

  
 ESPN Search: tomas vokoun
Greg Johnson broke a tie with a shorthanded goal 45 seconds into the third period and Tomas Vokoun made 41 saves in the Preds' 3-1 victory over the Canucks.
Shop for Tomas Vokoun jersey at the official NHL store.
Nashville Predators goalie Tomas Vokoun, left, of the Czech Republic, makes a glove save as Vancouver Canucks center Matt Cooke screens the shot during the third period of an NHL hockey game in...
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 HFBoards - Marc Denis VS. Tomas Vokoun
Vokoun's been statistically better, but Denis is absolutely sensational on some nights and always gives his team a fighting chance...even if they don't exactly capitalize on it.
Tomas Vokoun is the real deal, but CBS has a better defensive team and they will get more wins then the Preds.
Denis is on the better team, with more firepower and a better defense.Vokoun is however the better goalie.
www.hfboards.com /showthread.php?t=16130   (569 words)

  
 FOXSports.com - NHL- Tomas Vokoun Player Front
News: Tomas Vokoun made 40 saves in Nashville's 3-1 win over Vancouver tonight.
Impact: While Vokoun did not fare as well as he would have liked in Torino, he was at the top of his game tonight.
Vokoun is now tied for the league lead in wins with 29, and with his save percentage over.920 he has been one of the better fantasy netminders in the league this year.
msn.foxsports.com /nhl/player?statsId=1541   (126 words)

  
 ABC News: Shoot, out! U.S. hockey ousted at world champs   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Andy Roach held the United States' hopes on his stick but Tomas Vokoun stopped his backhander, giving the Czech Republic a 3-2 quarterfinals victory Thursday at the world hockey championship.
Martin Rucinsky netted the lone shootout goal, sending the Czechs into Saturday's semifinals against Sweden, the runners-up in the past two years.
He needed to score to even the tiebreaker at 1, but was the fifth shooter stopped by Vokoun — the Nashville Predators' star goalie.
abcnews.go.com /Sports/ESPNSports/story?id=752222   (780 words)

  
 Tomas Vokoun Stats, Statistics and Fantasy News - RotoWire.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Tomas Vokoun Stats, Statistics and Fantasy News - RotoWire.com
Vokoun's numbers slipped a bit in 2003-04 (29 wins, 2.53 GAA,.909 save percentage) after his breakout campaign the year before.
Vokoun will need to be on his game....
www.rotowire.com /hockey/player.htm?ID=1050   (211 words)

  
 Predators Q & A: Tomas Vokoun - Monday, 04/12/04   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Predators Q and A: Tomas Vokoun - Monday, 04/12/04
A: There is nothing you can do to discourage him, that's what he does.
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tennessean.com /sports/predators/archives/04/04/49738660.shtml?...   (393 words)

  
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WBIR.COM - PREDATORS GOALTENDER TOMAS VOKOUN RANKS AMONG THE LEAGUE LEADERS IN THE ONLY CATEGORY HE CARES ABOUT.
Predators goaltender Tomas Vokoun ranks among the league leaders in the only category he cares about.
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