Zdeno Chara Ottawa Senators Fighting Autographed Photo 8x10 This Zdeno Chara Ottawa Senators Fighting Autographed Photo 8x10 has been personally autographed by Mr. Chara.  Included with your purchase is a Certificate of Authenticity from Slapshot Signatures. Learn More about Zdeno Chara: Zdeno Chara is an NHL defenseman and current captain of the Boston Bruins.  Chara emigrated to North America from his native Slovakia at the age of 19 with one year remaining in junior eligibility to learn how to play hockey here with a smaller ice surface.  He was drafted by the New York Islanders in the 1996 Entry Draft and began playing on the team in the 1997-1998 season. Zdeno Chara is an excellent stay-at-home defenseman who at 6 foot 9 inches is the tallest player in the NHL.  His tall stature makes him physically intimidating and he is known as a hard hitter.  He has a powerful slapshot and his offensive numbers increase year over year. Chara spent four seasons with the Islanders and another five with the Ottawa Senators.  The Sens recognized his growing skills as he turned into an elite defenseman.  In 2006, Zdeno Chara joined the Boston Bruins and was made captain.  Chara would reach the 50-point mark with the Bruins and in 2011, his efforts were rewards with his first Stanley Cup Championship.  Chara was also the recipient of the James Norris Trophy for leagues’ best defenseman. Internationally, Chara represents his native Slovakia and has appeared in three Winter Olympics including being chosen as the flag bearer during the opening ceremonies in 2014.  He has also been part of several World Hockey Championships, and World Cup of Hockey. Own a piece of hockey history with a Zdeno Chara Ottawa Senators Fighting Autographed Photo 8x10!