The Slovak national team was formed following the breakup of Czechoslovakia, as the country was split into the Czech Republic and Slovakia.

With a lineup led by star Peter Šťastný, the Slovaks finished first in their group with three wins and two ties before losing to Russia in overtime in the quarterfinals.

This turn of events was troubling to the entire hockey community, and the rules were changed for the 2006 Winter Olympic Games in Turin, Italy.

In 2017, Slovakia recorded its worst tournament in history by placing 14th, narrowly escaping elimination thanks to an overtime victory against Italy.

After the unsuccessful World Championships, Craig Ramsay was appointed as the head coach with the goal of improving the results and playstyle of the national team.

In the tournament, it won against favourites Russia and Sweden, and lost against Canada in the semi-finals and against Finland in the bronze medal game.

[7][8] Head coach: Craig Ramsay Source"Reprezentační Rekordéri Podľa Počtu Štartov V Drese Slovenska".

[10][11][12][13] The following table shows Slovakia's international record against other national teams from 1940 to 1945 and since 1993, correct as of 7 February 2025 after a match against Germany.