Matthew Wood scores twice, Predators rally past Lightning in preseason
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 23, 2026, 11:03 AM
Last updated Sep 23, 2026
Matthew Wood scored two goals in the third period, leading the Nashville Predators to a 3-2 overtime victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning on September 22. The Predators were down by two goals early in the second period but rallied thanks to Wood's performance alongside Filip Forsberg and Nils Hoglander. Felix Nilsson netted the overtime winner, marking his first goal of the preseason. Predators coach Andrew Brunette praised Wood and Forsberg's control of the game, indicating a promising partnership for the upcoming season.
- •Predators win 3-2 in overtime against Lightning on September 22.
- •Matthew Wood scores twice in the third period to tie the game.
- •Felix Nilsson scores the overtime winner for Nashville.
- •Wood played under halfway of the expected roster for the upcoming season.
- •Predators' coach emphasizes the growing chemistry between Wood and Forsberg.
- 11:03 AMYahoo Sports — Matthew Wood dazzles in third period, Nashville Predators beat Tampa in preseason
"Matthew Wood scored two goals in the third period to set up a 3-2 overtime win for the Nashville Predators over the Tampa Bay Lightning on Sept. 22.
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