Dominik Hašek (pronounced [ˈdomɪnɪk ˈɦaʃɛk] in Czech; born January 29, 1965) is a Czech retired ice hockey goaltender. In his 18-season NHL career, he played for the Chicago Blackhawks, Buffalo Sabres, Detroit Red Wings, and the Ottawa Senators. During his years in Buffalo, he became one of the league's finest goaltenders, earning him the nickname "The Dominator." His strong play has been credited with establishing European goaltenders in a league widely dominated by North Americans.