Dominik Hašek calls Trump “the weakest president” and Putin “a criminal” after Kyiv drone attack

You don’t usually expect brutal political takedowns to come from NHL legends, but Dominik Hašek just changed the game. The Hall of Fame goalie, once known for stopping slapshots, is now stopping short of calling Trump a war enabler.

After Donald Trump reportedly chatted with Vladimir Putin, Russia launched over 500 drones and missiles into Ukraine’s capital, injuring dozens. Hašek’s response? A firestorm tweet calling Trump “the weakest president” and accusing him of helping Putin’s “imperialist goals.” Yeah. This wasn’t just shade, it was a direct hit.

Dominik Hašek didn’t hold back: “Trump is doing everything he can to help Putin”

The timing was too perfect and too horrifying. Just hours after Trump’s phone call with Putin, Russian forces unleashed a terrifying assault on Kyiv.

Buildings exploded. Children were hurt. Civilians ran for cover. And Dominik Hašek didn’t stay quiet.

“The weakest president! @realDonaldTrump chatted with the biggest criminal of the 21st century, Putin, and he immediately sent more than 500 drones and ballistic missiles to the Ukrainian capital, Kiev… Trump is doing everything he can to help Putin in his imperialist goals… Despicable.”

This isn’t Hašek’s first rodeo when it comes to Putin and politics

Hašek has been one of the most vocal global athletes speaking out against Russia’s invasion of Ukraine since 2022.

He’s labeled the war “imperialist,” demanded bans for Russian athletes who stay silent, and directly criticized international sports organizations for giving Putin a platform.

He even called out the NHL for “cowardice” over its continued inclusion of Russian players, saying silence equals support.

He says Trump’s call emboldened Putin and now kids are suffering

The latest drone strike wasn’t just any attack, it was one of the largest assaults on Kyiv in months. According to Ukrainian authorities, 539 drones and 11 ballistic missiles were launched, causing massive destruction and multiple injuries, including children.

For Hašek, that kind of horror isn’t accidental, it’s the consequence of weak leadership.“Trump has proven more than once that he is indifferent to the Ukrainian people,” Hašek wrote. “Despicable.”

Things got darker: Russian officials reportedly threatened Hašek for speaking up

Earlier this year, Hašek revealed that Dmitry Medvedev, Russia’s former president had allegedly sent him death threats in response to his activism. In one chilling message, Medvedev reportedly hinted that Hašek should take his own life.

The Czech government took it seriously. Prime Minister Petr Fiala publicly backed Hašek, condemning the threats and offering him protection. But instead of backing down, Hašek went louder, filing formal complaints and urging the IOC and NHL to stop giving Russia a global stage.This isn’t just a former athlete popping off on social media. Hašek is leading a charge demanding accountability from sports leagues, politicians, and fans. He’s not trying to win popularity points. He’s calling Trump “despicable.” He’s calling Putin “the biggest criminal of the 21st century.” And he’s pushing the sports world to wake up and pick a side.Also read - Carolina Hurricanes fans react to Brent Burns’ retirement with emotional tributes