NEW YORK (Nov. 2, 2021) – Detroit Red Wings defenseman Moritz Seider, who led all rookies with eight assists and an average of 22:26 of time on ice across nine games, has been named the NHL’s “Rookie of the Month” for October.
Seider edged Red Wings teammate Lucas Raymond (4-5—9 in 9 GP), Nashville Predators left wing Tanner Jeannot (4-1—5 in 8 GP) and Florida Panthers goaltender Spencer Knight (2-0-1, 1.95 GAA, .929 SV%) for the honor.
Seider, who collected a pair of helpers in his League debut Oct. 14 vs. TBL, found the scoresheet in seven of his nine October appearances – including a five-game assist/point streak to close the month (Oct.