Blog Post Celebrates Nino’s Remarkable 1000th Game Achievement

Nino Niederreiter is set to mark a significant milestone in his professional hockey career: his 1000th game. This achievement has been a long journey, punctuated by shared experiences with teammates and rivals. Niederreiter, who paved his way through the NHL alongside fellow Swiss player Roman Josi, reflects on this moment with gratitude and excitement.

Niederreiter’s Remarkable Journey

Niederreiter, who began his career in the NHL around the same time as Josi, cherishes their friendship. They grew up playing together on national teams in Switzerland. This unique bond has been instrumental as they navigated the challenges of professional hockey.

As Niederreiter approaches this milestone, he looks forward to reuniting with Josi at the upcoming 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, which will be held in February. This event will see them represent Switzerland on a global stage once again.

Reflections on Success and Challenges

• Niederreiter hopes for more success with the Winnipeg Jets this season.
• He acknowledges that winning games enhances the enjoyment of the sport.
• This season holds special significance as it also may be his last Olympics.

Despite Switzerland’s history of not winning Olympic medals in men’s hockey, Niederreiter and Josi are motivated by their previous success. They recently won silver at the 2025 World Championships, narrowly losing to the United States in the final.

Building Momentum for the Future

Our Swiss duo aims to build on this momentum during the Olympics. Josi expresses confidence in the current state of Swiss hockey, highlighting the increasing number of Swiss players making significant impacts in the NHL.

During a recent interview, Niederreiter named Timo Meier, Nico Hischier, and Kevin Fiala as key players for the Swiss national team, with himself ready to contribute from the second line.

A Supportive Teammate

Josi praises Niederreiter’s humility and selflessness on the ice. He describes Niederreiter as a “team-first guy” who approaches the game with integrity and dedication.

Looking back on his career, Niederreiter is proud of all he has achieved. He dreams not only of reaching the 1000-game milestone but also of capturing the coveted Stanley Cup at some point in his journey. As he prepares for his milestone game, Jets fans are hopeful he can make that dream a reality.