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Nic Dowd

Nicholas "Nic" Dowd is an American professional ice hockey player currently playing as a forward for the Washington Capitals in the National Hockey League (NHL). Drafted by the Los Angeles Kings in the seventh round (198th overall) of the 2009 NHL Entry Draft, Dowd's career has seen him establish himself as a valuable player in the NHL.


May 27, 1990: Nicholas Dowd Born

On May 27, 1990, Nicholas Dowd was born in Huntsville, Alabama.

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2009: Drafted by Los Angeles Kings

In 2009, Nic Dowd was selected by the Los Angeles Kings in the seventh round, 198th overall, of the NHL entry draft.

2013: All-NCHC First Team Selection

In 2013, Nic Dowd's outstanding play was rewarded with a selection to the inaugural 2013–14 All-NCHC First Team, and he was a finalist for the Hobey Baker Award.

April 1, 2014: Signed with Los Angeles Kings

On April 1, 2014, Nic Dowd signed an entry-level contract with the Los Angeles Kings of the NHL, and was assigned to the Manchester Monarchs, their AHL affiliate.

March 22, 2016: NHL Debut

On March 22, 2016, Nic Dowd made his NHL debut, playing 5 games before returning to the Ontario Reign.

October 20, 2016: First NHL Goal

On October 20, 2016, Nic Dowd scored his first career NHL goal against the Dallas Stars.

August 11, 2017: Married Paige Kraemer

On August 11, 2017, Nic Dowd married Paige Dowd (formerly Kraemer), whom he met while studying at St. Cloud State University.

December 7, 2017: Traded to Vancouver Canucks

On December 7, 2017, the Los Angeles Kings traded Nic Dowd to the Vancouver Canucks in exchange for Jordan Subban.

July 1, 2018: Signed with Washington Capitals

On July 1, 2018, as a free agent, Nic Dowd agreed to a one-year, $650,000 contract with the Washington Capitals.

April 11, 2019: Signed Contract Extension with Capitals

On April 11, 2019, Nic Dowd signed a three-year contract extension with the Washington Capitals.

November 14, 2021: Signed Contract Extension with Capitals

On November 14, 2021, Nic Dowd signed a three-year, $3.9 million contract extension with the Capitals.

April 16, 2025: Signed Contract Extension with Capitals

On April 16, 2025, Nic Dowd signed a two-year, $6 million contract extension with the Capitals.