Koopman re-signs with Nailers

WHEELING, W.Va. – The Wheeling Nailers, ECHL affiliate of the Pittsburgh Penguins, are announced the team has re-signed forward Matt Koopman to a contract for the 2023-24 season.

Action photo of Matt Koopman of the Wheeling Nailers

Koopman, 25, joined the Nailers in March for his pro debut, following the completion of his collegiate career. He appeared in 14 games for Wheeling, and notched seven points (1g-6a).

Prior to turning pro, the Marblehead, Massachusetts native played five seasons of college hockey, as he attended Providence College for four years, then transferred to UMass-Amherst. Koopman suited up in 148 career NCAA matches and produced 41 points (20g-21a). His most productive season was his final year at Providence, when he finished with 12 points. Two years earlier, Koopman tied for fourth on the Friars with a +11 rating.