Daniel Nyegaard has been immersed in the world of hockey since 2013, beginning as a volunteer scout before transitioning into a full-time role as Sports Manager for Herning Blue Fox. The club gained international recognition through the documentary The Hockey Miracle in the Middle of Nowhere, which highlighted its remarkable achievement of producing more NHL players than both Chicago and Detroit over a nine-year period.

During his tenure as Sports Manager, Daniel led the team to significant accomplishments, including winning the Danish domestic cup tournament, securing second place in the Danish domestic league, and finishing as runners-up in the prestigious IIHF Continental Cup in 2024.

After stepping down from his role in 2024, Daniel transitioned to the agent side of the hockey industry, taking on the role of European Hockey Agency Director at SMWW Agency, where he continues to leverage his extensive expertise in the sport.