The Nashville Predators have officially signed Matthew Wood, their first-round draft pick from 2023, to a three-year entry-level contract. This comes after Wood's NCAA season concluded with a heartbreaking overtime loss in the playoffs. At 6'4" and 205 pounds, the 20-year-old forward is expected to bring a valuable combination of size and skill to the team. With 44 goals and 57 assists over 109 NCAA games, Wood has demonstrated his scoring ability, although scouts have noted a need for improvement in his skating and speed. He is anticipated to join the Predators shortly, marking the next step in his professional career.