Ryan Suter has decided to team with Zach Parise in Minnesota. Each player will sign 13-year, $98 million contracts.
Zach Parise, Ryan Suter Deals Watershed Moment For Wild


May 7, 2012; Glendale, AZ, USA; Nashville Predators defenseman Ryan Suter (20) in game five of the 2012 Western Conference semifinals at Jobing.com Arena. The Coyotes beat the Predators 2-1. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-US PRESSWIRE Follow me on this.
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Read Article >Ryan Suter Signs 13-Year Contract With Minnesota Wild
The Wisconsin-native is familiar with the Upper Midwest region, playing his youth hockey in the state, college hockey at Wisconsin and AHL hockey at Milwaukee.
In 2008, Suter signed a four-year deal to stay in Nashville, a deal that expired this past year. He earned $3.5 million per season against the cap on that deal, and will likely earn much more than that on this new contract. It’s expected the deal could reach near or north of $100 million over the course of the 13 seasons.
Read Article >Zach Parise, Ryan Suter Expected To Make Free Agent Decision Today
The agent for Suter, Paul Ostby, tweeted directly that his client planned to make his free agency decision during the holiday, via @SheehyHockey:
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Read Article >No Timetable For Ryan Suter’s Free Agency Decision
“There will be no decision on Ryan Suter [Monday] and there is no timetable for his contract signing at this time,” said Suter’s agent, Neil Sheehy, in a memo released to the media. “Ryan is considering his opportunities and is taking the necessary time to give each proper consideration.”
Read Article >Ryan Suter Rumors: Red Wings Reportedly Offer $90 Million Over 12 Years
Suter might also join another former Predator in the Motor City. Jordin Tootoo shocked the Music City when he signed with Detroit on Sunday, leaving the Preds fans at On The Forecheck more than a little miffed. Suter following suit would be a bit more predictable, but could be just as devastating.
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