The general guideline is after 21. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists recommend pap smear testing every 3 years starting at age 21. Pap smears check for abnormal cells in the cervix as a way to possibly detect cervical cancer.
Halak, a star for Team Europe in the World Cup of Hockey last September, was sent to Bridgeport in December after being pulled from three of his last 11 starts. Then-coach Jack Capuano even took an uncharacteristic shot at his porous work.
Halas later pitched in minor league baseball for the Davenport Blue Sox, Moline Plowboys, and Rock Island Islanders of the IllinoisâIndianaâIowa League. In 1924, he pitched a no-hitter for the Hanover Raiders of the Blue Ridge League.