Michigan State hockey commit Eric Nilson picked by Anaheim Ducks in 2025 NHL Entry Draft

Another future Spartan has been selected in the 2025 NHL Entry Draft.

Michigan State hockey commit Eric Nilson has been selected by the Anaheim Ducks in the second round of the 2025 NHL Entry Draft. Nilson — who is considered a center — was picked by the Ducks with the No. 45 overall pick.

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Nilson committed to Michigan State last month, and is expected to join the Spartans roster for the upcoming season. He is a 2007-born native of Calgary, Alberta, Canada, but coming from Swedish heritage. Nilson is the son of former NHL player Marcus Nilson, who played 10 seasons in the league, racking up 270 points.

Nilson is one of many current or future Spartans that were selected so far in the 2025 NHL Entry Draft. Michigan State will once again be a top five team entering the season, with plenty of future NHL talent on the roster.

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