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Ľubomír Višňovský (Slovak pronunciation: ; born August 11, 1976) is a Slovak professional ice hockey defenceman currently playing for the Anaheim Ducks of the National Hockey League (NHL).
Prior to joining the NHL, Višňovský played with Slovan Bratislava. His play attracted the attention of the NHL and he was drafted 118th overall in the 2000 NHL Entry Draft by the Los Angeles Kings as their fourth choice. He made the team for the 2000–01 season and was named to the NHL All-Rookie Team after a 39-point campaign, tops among rookie defencemen. Višňovský remained with the Kings for seven seasons, recording a career-high 67 points in 2005–06.
Višňovský returned to play in his home country for the locked out 2004–05 season and was voted best player in Slovakia.