Where is Nico Hischier from?

Last Modified Apr 21, 2025 07:50 GMT
Nico Hischier
Nico Hischier. (Source: Getty)

Nico Hischier, a center from Switzerland, is the captain of the New Jersey Devils in the National Hockey League (NHL). He began his professional journey in Switzerland in 2015, competing in the top-tier National League A and the second-tier National League B. Seeking to enhance his career, Hischier moved to Canada in the 2016-17 season, playing major junior hockey with the Halifax Mooseheads in the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League (QMJHL).

Hischier, who won the Canadian Hockey League Rookie of the Year award in 2017, was the top prospect for the 2017 NHL entry draft. He was chosen first overall by the New Jersey Devils. He made his NHL debut on October 7, 2017, and finished his rookie season with 52 points, which helped the Devils return to the playoffs after a six-year absence. He achieved a career-high of 80 points in the 2022-23 season. He was named the youngest captain in the NHL's history in 2021, as per reports.

Where is Nico Hischier from?

Nico Hischier is from Naters, a municipality in the district of Brig in the canton of Valais in Switzerland, according to The New York Times.

The New Jersey Devils player was born to Katja Hischier and Rino Hischier on January 4, 199. He has an older brother named Luca Hischier, who is a professional ice hockey forward, and a younger sister named Nina Hischier, who played volleyball as an outside hitter, as per the aforementioned website.

Nico Hischier Nationality

Nico Hischier is a Swiss national.

Hischier represents Switzerland in international competitions. He has played for his national team at the IIHF World Championships and was part of the Swiss roster at the 2016 World Junior Championships. Hischier also competed at the 2024 IIHF World Championship, winning a silver medal.

FAQs on Nico Hischier

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A. Nico Hischier is the captain of the New Jersey Devils, as of April 2025.

A. Nico Hischier was selected for the NHL All-Star Game in 2020.

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