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Lukas Sutter was a highly regarded prospect, but today, his pro hockey dream is over

Lukas Sutter hasn’t played a game in the NHL and never will.

Five years ago, he had skill, tenacity and a rich hockey pedigree — and he was coming off a stellar campaign with the Saskatoon Blades as the 2012 NHL Draft approached.

MIKE DEAL / WINNIPEG FREE PRESS Files</p><p&gtFormer Winnipeg Jets prospect Lukas Sutter suits up for a development camp. Today, the former second-round pick is attending the University of Saskatchewan.</p></p>
Former Winnipeg Jets prospect Lukas Sutter suits up for a development camp. Today, the former second-round pick is attending the University of Saskatchewan.

The Winnipeg Jets were clearly sold on his merits and used their second-round pick to select the kid from Lethbridge, Alta.