Matthew Wood

Matthew Wood

 Courtesy University of Connecticut Athletics

Both of the Nashville Predators' 2023 first-round draft prospects have earned spots on Team Canada’s roster for the 2024 IIHF World Junior Championship in Gothenburg, Sweden.

Forward Matthew Wood, the 15th overall pick in the NHL Draft in June, and defenseman Tanner Molendyk, the 24th overall selection, were selected to play for Team Canada in the tournament, which runs Dec. 26-Jan. 5.