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2026 NHL Draft: Predators make their first selection, a former Nashville player’s teenage son
By Chris Harris at WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· June 27, 2026
· 1 min read
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - With the 10th pick in the 2026 NHL Draft, the Nashville Predators select Wyatt Cullen, a forward in the U.S. National Team Development Program.Cullen is committed to play at the University of Minnesota. The native of Moorhead, Minnesota, is 17 years old.He’s also the son...
Key takeaway (WSMV) - With the 10th pick in the 2026 NHL Draft, the Nashville Predators select Wyatt Cullen, a forward in the U.
Why this matters in The Nashville
The selection of Wyatt Cullen by the Nashville Predators brings a sense of familiarity to the team's draft pick, given his father Matt Cullen's history with the organization. Matt Cullen's two seasons with the Predators from 2013 to 2015 were marked by his contributions on the ice, including 17 goals scored. This connection to a former player could potentially make Wyatt's transition to the team smoother, should he eventually join the roster. As a committed player to the University of Minnesota, Wyatt's development will be closely watched by Predators fans and management alike. The fact that the Predators chose a player with a family tie to the team may also spark interest among fans who remember Matt Cullen's time in Nashville, potentially generating excitement for the future of the team.
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Published: June 27, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - With the 10th pick in the 2026 NHL Draft, the Nashville Predators select Wyatt Cullen, a forward in the U.S. National Team Development Program.Cullen is committed to play at the University of Minnesota. The native of Moorhead, Minnesota, is 17 years old.He’s also the son...
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