Björklöven is a professional ice hockey team based in Umeå, Sweden. Founded in 1970, the team competes in the HockeyAllsvenskan, which is the second tier of Swedish ice hockey. The team's colors are yellow and green, and they play their home games at the Umeå Arena. The name "Björklöven" translates to "the birch leaf" in English, reflecting the natural surroundings of the region. The team has a strong local following and has produced several players who have gone on to play in the NHL and other top leagues around the world.