Pius Suter is a Swiss professional ice hockey forward currently playing for the Detroit Red Wings of the National Hockey League (NHL). Suter is a versatile player who can play both center and wing. He is known for his speed, agility, and offensive skills.
Suter was born in Zurich, Switzerland, on May 24, 1996. He began playing hockey at a young age and quickly developed a reputation as a talented player. Suter played his junior hockey in Switzerland for the ZSC Lions. He was a standout player for the Lions and helped the team win the Swiss National League championship in 2014.
Suter was drafted by the Chicago Blackhawks in the sixth round of the 2016 NHL Entry Draft. He played two seasons for the Blackhawks’ American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate, the Rockford IceHogs, before making his NHL debut in the 2019-20 season. Suter had a successful rookie season with the Blackhawks, scoring 14 goals and 13 assists in 68 games.
Suter was traded to the Detroit Red Wings in July 2021. He has continued to be a productive player for the Red Wings, scoring 15 goals and 21 assists in his first season with the team.
Suter has also been a successful international player for Switzerland. He has represented his country at the World Junior Championships, the World Championships, and the Olympic Games. Suter was a key player for Switzerland’s bronze medal-winning team at the 2018 World Championships.
Suter is a talented and versatile player who is sure to have a long and successful career in the NHL.
Awards and Achievements
- Swiss National League champion (2014)
- World Junior Championships silver medalist (2015)
- World Championships bronze medalist (2018)
- NHL Rookie of the Year nominee (2019–20)
