St-Louis defends Suzuki's contributions and calls for respect

Montreal Canadiens head coach Martin St-Louis expressed frustration over the lack of respect for captain Nick Suzuki during a recent press conference. St-Louis highlighted Suzuki's contributions, emphasizing his role as a first-line center and his strong performance in both offense and defense. St-Louis criticized the NHL's failure to recognize Suzuki, noting that he was overlooked for Team Canada in the 4 Nations Faceoff. He defended Suzuki's abilities, stating that he plays significant minutes and faces tough matchups while leading the team. Suzuki has recorded 69 points, including 20 goals, in 66 games this season, with a +12 rating. St-Louis's comments reflect a growing concern about Suzuki's recognition within the league.