Merrimack sophomore center Matt Copponi was listed as a player to watch on NHL Central Scouting's list of potential prospects for the 2023 NHL Draft.

Copponi had a “C” grade on the list, which ranks plays with an A, B, or C grade. According to Central Scouting, a “C” player is someone that the service projects will be drafted in the 4th-6th rounds.