Ryan Suter
Ice hockey player, 2010 Olympic silver medalist
Born
January 21st, 1985
40 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Born in 1985, a prominent ice hockey defenseman. Played major portions of career with the Nashville Predators and Minnesota Wild in the NHL. Contributed to Team USA at the international level, earning a silver medal at the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver. Known for strong defensive skills and leadership on the ice.
Played for the Nashville Predators
Played for the Minnesota Wild
Won a silver medal at the 2010 Winter Olympics
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