Liam Dower Nilsson

Liam Dower Nilsson is a Swedish professional ice hockey centre for IF Björklöven of the HockeyAllsvenskan. He was selected 134th overall by the Detroit Red Wings in the 2021 NHL Entry Draft.

Playing career

Dower Nilsson made his professional debut for Frölunda HC during the 2020–21 [SHL season|2020–21 season]. He appeared in five games, and received a game misconduct penalty for high-sticking in his SHL debut.
Dower Nilsson was drafted in the fifth round, 134th overall, by the Detroit Red Wings in the 2021 NHL Entry Draft.

International play

Dower Nilsson served as captain of Sweden men's national under-18 [ice hockey team|Sweden] at the 2021 IIHF World U18 Championships, where he recorded one goal and three assists in seven games, and won a bronze medal.

Personal life

Liam's brother, Noah, is a professional ice hockey player and was selected in the third round, 73rd overall, by the Red Wings in the 2023 NHL Entry Draft.