Marian Stastny

Marian Stastny was the older brother of Peter Stastny and also defected to North America to play in the NHL. He joined the Quebec Nordiques in 1981, forming one of the most dangerous scoring lines in hockey history alongside his brothers. Known for his offensive skills and hockey IQ, he played several seasons in the NHL before retiring in the mid-1980s.

Peter Stastny

Peter Stastny, born in Czechoslovakia, was one of the most prolific scorers in NHL history. Defecting from communist rule in 1980, he joined the Quebec Nordiques and quickly became a superstar, recording over 1,200 career points. He won the Calder Trophy as NHL Rookie of the Year in 1981 and was known for his playmaking and offensive skill. Stastny was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1998 and is regarded as one of the greatest European players to play in the NHL.

Anton Stastny

Anton Stastny was the youngest of the Stastny brothers and followed Peter to the Quebec Nordiques in 1980. A skilled forward with excellent vision and playmaking ability, he recorded over 600 points in his NHL career. The trio of Peter, Marian, and Anton Stastny helped bring European finesse to the NHL and played a crucial role in opening doors for future generations of European players.

Paul Stastny

Paul Stastny, son of Peter Stastny, continued the family’s hockey legacy in the NHL. A two-way center known for his playmaking and consistency, Paul began his career with the Colorado Avalanche, where he quickly became a key contributor. Over his career, he played for several teams, including the St. Louis Blues, Winnipeg Jets, and Vegas Golden Knights, amassing over 800 career points. His strong hockey lineage and smart play have kept the Stastny name alive in the NHL.