Nick Suzuki's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Nick Suzuki. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Nick Suzuki is a Canadian professional ice hockey player currently serving as the captain for the Montreal Canadiens in the NHL. Drafted 13th overall by the Vegas Golden Knights in 2017, Suzuki is a center known for his skillful playmaking, earning him the moniker "Slick Nick." He is a key player for the Canadiens and a rising star in the league.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1996: Third-fastest Canadien since 1996 to record 100 points

On December 7, 2021, Nick Suzuki collected his 100th career NHL point with an assist. With this, he became the ninth-youngest skater to record 100 points with Montreal and, doing so in 154 games, the third-fastest of any Canadien since 1996.

2005: First Montreal teammates to score their first career goals in the same game since Higgins and Perezhogin

On October 3, 2019, Suzuki and defenceman Victor Mete became the first Montreal teammates to score their first career goals in the same game since Chris Higgins and Alexander Perezhogin in 2005.

2006: Fifth Attack player to record 100-point season

During the 2017-2018 season, Suzuki became the fifth Attack player in history to record a 100-point season, and the first since Bobby Ryan during the 2006–07 season.

2007: Reached 80-point mark

On April 3, 2025, Nick Suzuki reached the 80-point mark, becoming the first player to reach that point total for the franchise since Alex Kovalev in 2007–08.

2008: First Attack rookie to produce 20 goals since Hishon

In 2015, Suzuki became the first Attack rookie to produce 20 goals in his 16-year-old season since Joey Hishon in 2008.

2014: ALLIANCE Hockey Player of the Year

In 2014, after leading the league with 34 goals and 68 points in 31 games, Suzuki was named the ALLIANCE Hockey Player of the Year for the 2014–15 season, showcasing his talent early in his career.

2016: Named a Player to Watch

Entering the 2016–17 season, Suzuki was named a Player to Watch by the NHL Central Scouting Bureau, acknowledging his growing potential.

February 3, 2018: Recorded 200th OHL point

On February 3, 2018, Suzuki registered his 200th OHL point with an assist on Kevin Hancock's goal against the Kitchener Rangers.

2019: Awarded Wayne Gretzky 99 Award

In 2019, Suzuki was named recipient of the Wayne Gretzky 99 Award as the league's Playoff MVP after winning the J. Ross Robertson Cup with Guelph.

February 8, 2020: Recorded 35th Point

On February 8, 2020, Suzuki recorded his 35th point with an assist on Ilya Kovalchuk's game-winning goal against the Toronto Maple Leafs, achieving a significant milestone as a Montreal rookie.

2020: Named to NHL All-Rookie Team

At the end of the 2020 season, Suzuki was named to the annual NHL All-Rookie Team, recognizing his outstanding performance in his debut NHL season.

2021: Advanced to Stanley Cup Finals

During the 2021 Stanley Cup playoffs, Suzuki and the Canadiens advanced to the Stanley Cup Finals. They eventually lost the series in five games against the Tampa Bay Lightning.

2022: Named Montreal's representative for the 2022 NHL All-Star Game

In January 2022, Nick Suzuki, who led the Montreal Canadiens with 19 points in 35 games, was named Montreal's representative for the 2022 NHL All-Star Game in Las Vegas.

November 11, 2024: Registered 300th career NHL point

On November 11, 2024, Nick Suzuki registered his 300th career NHL point in a 7–5 win over the Buffalo Sabres.

2024: Milestones during the 2023-24 season

In early 2024, Nick Suzuki was chosen to represent the Canadiens at the All-Star Game for the third consecutive year and on March 5, 2024, Suzuki scored his 100th career NHL goal.

March 2, 2025: NHL's third star of the week

After registering nine points through eight games during the month of February, including a stretch of three goals and four assists through the Canadiens' final three games of the monthly schedule, Nick Suzuki would be named the NHL's third star of the week for the period ending on March 2, 2025.