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The inaugural Predlines Awards

Apr 16, 2026; Nashville, Tennessee, USA;  The Nashville Predators celebrate a goal by Nashville Predators left wing Filip Forsberg (9) during the first period against the Anaheim Ducks at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Alan Poizner-Imagn Images
Apr 16, 2026; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; The Nashville Predators celebrate a goal by Nashville Predators left wing Filip Forsberg (9) during the first period against the Anaheim Ducks at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Alan Poizner-Imagn Images | Alan Poizner-Imagn Images
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Matthew Wood Nashville Predator
Jan 31, 2026; Elmont, New York, USA; Nashville Predators right wing Matthew Wood (71) celebrates after scoring a goal in the first period against the New York Islanders at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images | Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

Matthew Wood!

With over 90% of the vote, Matthew Wood is the Predlines Rookie of the Year. The 21-year-old played a crucial role in the Predators playoff dreams, scoring 17 goals and 30 points in his rookie campaign.

He demonstrated resilience after undergoing a near month of pointless performances. He is the youngest Nashville player to ever score a hat trick. The former first round pick held one of the highest shooting percentages on the team with 16.5%.

Ryan Ufko placed second in voting with 5.9% and Ozzy Wiesblatt placed third with 3.9%.


Comeback Player of the Year

This title is awarded to the player who outplayed their previous season's performance.

Meet the Candidates

Steven Stamkos: (42 goals, 24 assists in 82 games)

Roman Josi: (13 goals, 42 assists in 68 games)

Justus Annunen: (.907 SV%, 2.68 GAA, 1 SO in 28 games)

Erik Haula: (14 goals, 24 assists in 81games)

Tyson Jost: (8 goals, 8 assists in 69 games)

And the winner of Comeback Player of the Year is...

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