Ryan Suter Facts for Kids

Quick facts for kids Ryan Suter
Suter with the Minnesota Wild in 2019
Born	(1985-01-21) January 21, 1985 (age 40) Madison, Wisconsin, U.S.
Height	6 ft 2 in (188 cm)
Weight	206 lb (93 kg; 14 st 10 lb)
Position	Defense
Shoots	Left
NHL team Former teams	St. Louis Blues Nashville Predators Minnesota Wild Dallas Stars
National team	United States
NHL Draft	7th overall, 2003 Nashville Predators
Playing career	2004–present

Ryan Suter, born on January 21, 1985, is an American ice hockey player. He plays defense for the St. Louis Blues in the National Hockey League (NHL). He also owns the Madison Capitols, a team in the United States Hockey League (USHL). Ryan has played for other NHL teams too. These include the Nashville Predators, Minnesota Wild, and Dallas Stars. He has also played for the U.S. national team. He even played in the 2010 Winter Olympics.

Ryan comes from a family of athletes. His father, Bob Suter, was part of the famous "Miracle on Ice" team. This U.S. team won a gold medal in the 1980 Winter Olympic Games. They beat the Soviet Union in a huge upset. Ryan's uncle, Gary Suter, was also a great player in the NHL for many years.

Ryan Suter's Early Life and Family
Ryan Suter's Hockey Journey
Ryan Suter's International Play
Ryan Suter's Personal Life
Career Statistics
- Regular season and playoffs
- International
Awards and Honors
See also

Ryan Suter's Early Life and Family

Ryan Suter was born in Madison, Wisconsin, USA. His parents are Bob and Diane. He grew up in Wisconsin with his younger brother, Garrett. Their dad coached hockey at the University of Wisconsin. Their mom worked with ice hockey teams. Ryan's family has a strong connection to hockey. His father played in the 1980 Winter Olympic Games. His uncle, Gary Suter, played professionally in the National Hockey League (NHL).

Ryan Suter's Hockey Journey

Starting Out in Hockey

Ryan played for the Madison Capitols when he was young. He also attended Culver Military Academy. Later, he joined the USA Hockey National Team Development Program in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Ryan then went to the University of Wisconsin–Madison to play hockey. He was chosen seventh overall by the Nashville Predators in the 2003 NHL Entry Draft. This is a special event where NHL teams pick new players.

Playing for the Nashville Predators (2005–2012)

Suter with the Nashville Predators in February 2010.

After college, Ryan played for the Milwaukee Admirals. This team is in the American Hockey League (AHL). He then started his NHL career with the Nashville Predators in the 2005–06 season. On June 16, 2008, Ryan signed a new contract with the Predators. He played for them until 2012.

Time with the Minnesota Wild (2012–2021)

Suter with the Wild in February 2013.

On July 4, 2012, Ryan signed a long contract with the Minnesota Wild. He joined the team with another star player, Zach Parise. They were both named alternate captains. Ryan had a tough start but soon played very well. He was even a finalist for the James Norris Memorial Trophy. This award goes to the NHL's best defenseman. Ryan played a lot of minutes in each game. He helped the Wild reach the playoffs.

On January 4, 2014, Ryan scored his first "hat-trick." This means he scored three goals in one game. It was against the Washington Capitals. During the 2015–16 season, Ryan set a new record for the Wild. He had the most points by a defenseman in a single season. He also set personal bests with 43 assists and 51 points.

On October 19, 2018, Ryan reached 500 points in his NHL career. He was only the 11th American defenseman to do this. A few days later, on October 25, he played in his 1,000th NHL game. This is a huge milestone for any player. In 2021, the Wild decided to end his contract early.

Playing for the Dallas Stars (2021–2024)

On July 28, 2021, Ryan signed a new contract with the Dallas Stars. He played for them for three seasons. After the 2022–23 season, his contract was ended early again. This made him only the second player in NHL history to have his contract bought out twice.

Joining the St. Louis Blues (2024–Present)

On July 10, 2024, Ryan signed a one-year contract with the St. Louis Blues. He continues to play in the NHL's Central Division.

Ryan Suter's International Play

Medal record
Canada's Jonathan Toews guards the puck from Suter during the 2010 Winter Olympics
Representing United States
Ice hockey
Olympic Games
Silver	2010 Vancouver
World Junior Championships
Gold	2004 Helsinki
IIHF World U18 Championships
Gold	2002 Trnava
World U-17 Hockey Challenge
Gold	2002 Manitoba

Ryan Suter has played for the United States men's national ice hockey team many times. He has won three gold medals in international tournaments.

On January 1, 2010, Ryan was chosen for the U.S. team for the 2010 Winter Olympics. He was one of the team's alternate captains. In 2016, he also played for the U.S. at the 2016 World Cup of Hockey. In 2019, he played for Team USA at the 2019 IIHF World Championship in Slovakia. In 2020, Ryan was honored by being named to the IIHF All-Time USA Team.

Ryan Suter's Personal Life

During the hockey off-season, Ryan lives in Madison, Wisconsin. He is married to Becky Suter. They have four children together.

Career Statistics

Regular season and playoffs

			Regular season					Playoffs
Season	Team	League	GP	G	A	Pts	PIM	GP	G	A	Pts	PIM
2000–01	Culver Military Academy	HS-Prep	26	13	32	45	38	—	—	—	—	—
2001–02	U.S. NTDP U17	USDP	8	2	11	13	21	—	—	—	—	—
2001–02	U.S. NTDP U18	USDP	27	4	10	14	6	—	—	—	—	—
2001–02	U.S. NTDP U18	NAHL	35	2	10	12	75	—	—	—	—	—
2002–03	U.S. NTDP U18	USDP	42	7	17	24	124	—	—	—	—	—
2002–03	U.S. NTDP U18	NAHL	9	2	5	7	12	—	—	—	—	—
2003–04	Wisconsin Badgers	WCHA	39	3	16	19	93	—	—	—	—	—
2004–05	Milwaukee Admirals	AHL	63	7	16	23	70	7	1	5	6	16
2005–06	Nashville Predators	NHL	71	1	15	16	66	—	—	—	—	—
2006–07	Nashville Predators	NHL	82	8	16	24	54	5	1	0	1	8
2007–08	Nashville Predators	NHL	76	7	24	31	71	6	1	1	2	4
2008–09	Nashville Predators	NHL	82	7	38	45	73	—	—	—	—	—
2009–10	Nashville Predators	NHL	82	4	33	37	48	6	0	0	0	0
2010–11	Nashville Predators	NHL	70	4	35	39	54	12	1	5	6	6
2011–12	Nashville Predators	NHL	79	7	39	46	30	10	1	3	4	4
2012–13	Minnesota Wild	NHL	48	4	28	32	28	5	0	0	0	4
2013–14	Minnesota Wild	NHL	82	8	35	43	34	13	1	6	7	4
2014–15	Minnesota Wild	NHL	77	2	36	38	48	10	0	3	3	0
2015–16	Minnesota Wild	NHL	82	8	43	51	30	6	0	3	3	4
2016–17	Minnesota Wild	NHL	82	9	31	40	36	5	1	2	3	10
2017–18	Minnesota Wild	NHL	78	6	45	51	34	—	—	—	—	—
2018–19	Minnesota Wild	NHL	82	7	40	47	41	—	—	—	—	—
2019–20	Minnesota Wild	NHL	69	8	40	48	12	3	0	1	1	0
2020–21	Minnesota Wild	NHL	56	3	16	19	12	7	0	1	1	0
2021–22	Dallas Stars	NHL	82	7	25	32	40	7	0	3	3	2
2022–23	Dallas Stars	NHL	82	3	22	25	26	19	0	6	6	18
2023–24	Dallas Stars	NHL	82	2	15	17	28	19	1	3	4	16
NHL totals			1,444	105	576	681	761	133	7	37	44	80

International

Year	Team	Event	Result	GP	G	A	Pts	PIM
2002	United States	U17		7	2	3	5	4
2002	United States	WJC18		8	1	6	7	12
2003	United States	WJC	4th	7	2	1	3	2
2003	United States	WJC18	4th	6	1	3	4	22
2004	United States	WJC		6	0	2	2	8
2005	United States	WJC	4th	7	1	7	8	20
2005	United States	WC	6th	1	0	0	0	0
2006	United States	WC	7th	7	1	1	2	10
2007	United States	WC	5th	7	1	2	3	12
2009	United States	WC	4th	9	1	2	3	8
2010	United States	OG		6	0	4	4	2
2014	United States	OG	4th	6	0	3	3	4
2016	United States	WCH	7th	3	0	1	1	0
2019	United States	WC	7th	8	0	5	5	4
Junior totals				41	7	22	29	68
Senior totals				47	3	18	21	40

Awards and Honors

Award	Year
College
All-WCHA Rookie Team	2004
All-WCHA Third Team	2004
NHL
All-Star Game	2012, 2015, 2017
First All-Star team	2013
International
IIHF All-Time USA Team	2020

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