Erik Cernak is a Slovakian professional ice hockey defenseman, currently playing for the Tampa Bay Lightning in the National Hockey League (NHL). Born on May 28, 1997, in Kosice, Slovakia, Cernak was selected 43rd overall in the 2015 NHL Entry Draft by the Los Angeles Kings.
Soon, on July 14, 2015, Cernak signed an three-year entry-level contract with the Kings, beginning his NHL journey. However, the Kings sent him to their AHL affiliate, the Ontario Reign. Despite impressive showings, he was sent to the Erie Otters of the OHL to continue his development. In a significant move on February 26, 2017, the Los Angeles Kings traded him to the Tampa Bay Lightning. Despite the trade, he was assigned to the Syracuse Crunch of the AHL.
Cernak made his NHL debut with the Lightning on November 13, 2018, in a game against the Buffalo Sabres. Just six days after his debut, he scored his first NHL point, showcasing his impact on the ice. His most notable achievements came during the 2019-20 and 2020-21 seasons, when he won consecutive Stanley Cups with the Lightning.
Erik Cernak Stanley Cup Wins/ Stanley Cup Rings History-
During the 2019-20 season, Cernak played a significant role in Tampa Bay Lightning's path to Stanley Cup glory. He contributed with four assists. The Lightning won the best-of-seven series, four games to two against the Dallas Stars.
The following season, the Tampa Bay Lightning dominated one of the most successful franchises of the NHL, the Montreal Canadiens. Cernak contributed with 10 points across 21 games. The Lightning won the best-of-seven series, four to one, for his second consecutive championship.
How many Stanley Cup Rings has Erik Cernak won?
Erik Cernak has two Stanley Cup rings, both while playing for the Tampa Bay Lightning. The championship wins occurred in 2020 and 2021 respectively.
Below is a table summarizing Erik Cernak’s Stanley Cup victories:
| Years | Team | Opponent Team |
| 2020 | Tampa Bay Lightning | Dallas Stars |
| 2021 | Tampa Bay Lightning | Montreal Canadiens |
FAQ's On Erik Cernak Stanley Cup Wins/ Stanley Cup Rings
A. Erik Cernak has won two Stanley Cup championships with the Tampa Bay Lightning (in 2020 and 2021).
A. Erik Cernak was born on 28 May 1997, and is 26 years old as of February 2024.
A. Yes, Christian Jaros is related to Christián Jaros. Both of them are cousins.
A. Erik Cernak is 6 feet 4 inches tall (193 cm).
A. Erik Cernak was selected 43rd overall, in the 2015 NHL Entry Draft by the Los Angeles Kings.
