Matthew Nieto

Matthew Nieto (born November 5, 1992) is an American ice hockey player who is currently playing for the San Jose Sharks of the National Hockey League (NHL). He previously played for the Boston University Terriers men's ice hockey team which competes in NCAA's Division I in the Hockey East conference.
== Personal ==
Matt was born to Jesse and Mary Nieto in Long Beach, California."Matthew Nieto: California Kit Making Waves on Ice" by Chris Peters in USA Hockey Magazine
==Notable awards and honors==
* 2009 IIHF World U18 Championships Gold Medal with Team USAhttp://www.usahockeymagazine.com/article/2009-11/matthew-nieto
* 2010 IIHF World U18 Championships Gold Medal with Team USA
== Transactions ==
* June 25, 2011 - Nieto was drafted by the Sharks in the second round, 47th overall
* April 2, 2013 - Nieto signed to an entry-level contract with the San Jose Sharks.Nieto signing article via SJ Sharks website He was signed for 3 years at US$925,000.CapGeek.com contract history for Matt Nieto
==References==
== External links ==
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* Matthew Nieto's NHL player profile
* Matthew Nieto's draft prospect profile
Category:Born in 1992
Category:American ice hockey players
Category:Boston University Terriers players
Category:US National Under-18 Team players
Category:San Jose Sharks draft picks