Red Wings Announce Signing of 2023 Third-Round Swedish Draft Pick
The Detroit Red Wings announced that forward Noah Dower-Nilsson, selected in the third round (73rd overall) of the 2023 NHL Draft, has been signed to a three-year, entry-level contract.
Follow Michael Whitaker On X Before the Detroit Red Wings take on the Minnesota Wild in an Easter Sunday matinee matchup that has "must-win" vibes all over it, they announced that a matter of internal business was taken care of. Swedish-born prospect Noah Dower-Nilsson, who was selected in the third round (73rd overall) of the 2023 NHL Draft, has been signed to a three-year, entry-level contract that is set to begin in the 2026-27 season. UPDATE: The #RedWings have signed Noah Dower-Nilsson to a three-year, entry-level contract beginning with the 2026-27 season.
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Dower-Nilsson appeared in 48 contests this season in his native Sweden with Frölunda HC of the Swedish Hockey League. During that stretch, he registered six goals with 10 assists along with 10 penalty minutes. "Forget About This One Quick": Red Wings Shift Focus After Disappointing Setback To Rangers The Detroit Red Wings have no choice but to move on from Saturday's disappointing loss to the Eastern Conference-worst New York Rangers and pick up points in their next game against Minnesota.
Additionally, he scored twice while adding two assists in six postseason contests as Frölunda HC won its record-fifth Champions Hockey League title. Never miss a story by adding us to your Google News favorites! For action-packed issues, access to the entire magazine archive and a free issue, subscribe to The Hockey News at THN.