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Moorhead’s Wyatt Cullen drafted by Nashville in 1st round of NHL Draft
By James Monical at KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· June 27, 2026
· 1 min read
University of Minnesota freshman Wyatt Cullen was selected 10th overall by the Nashville Predators in the first round of the 2026 NHL Draft on Friday night at KeyBank Center.
Cullen, a Moorhead, Minnesota, native, became the 27th first-round pick in Golden Gophers history and the program’s 249...
Key takeaway Cullen, a Moorhead, Minnesota, native, became the 27th first-round pick in Golden Gophers history and the program’s 249th all-time NHL selection, the most of any NCAA school.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
The selection of Wyatt Cullen by the Nashville Predators in the first round of the NHL Draft is a notable achievement for the University of Minnesota's hockey program, which has a long history of producing top talent. As the 27th first-round pick in Golden Gophers history, Cullen's draft position reflects the program's strong reputation for developing skilled players. His background with the USA Hockey National Team Development Program and international experience with Team USA have clearly prepared him for the next level. With Cullen joining the Gophers alongside his brother Brooks, local hockey fans can look forward to watching the siblings compete in the upcoming season. The University of Minnesota's hockey team is a source of pride for the Twin Cities community, and Cullen's achievement is likely to generate excitement among fans in Minneapolis and beyond.
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Published: June 27, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
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What is this story about? University of Minnesota freshman Wyatt Cullen was selected 10th overall by the Nashville Predators in the first round of the 2026 NHL Draft on Friday night at KeyBank Center.
Cullen, a Moorhead, Minnesota, native, became the 27th first-round pick in Golden Gophers history and the program’s 249...
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