Randolph B. Wood (born October 12, 1963) is an American former professional ice hockey left winger who spent twelve seasons in the National Hockey League (NHL), playing for the New York Islanders, Buffalo Sabres, Toronto Maple Leafs, and Dallas Stars.
Wood's father, R. Norman Wood served as the head coach of Princeton University's hockey team between 1959 and 1965. Wood was born in Princeton, New Jersey, and grew up in Manchester-by-the-Sea, Massachusetts. Before beginning his professional career in the AHL, he spent three years playing college hockey at Yale University.
During the 1986âÂÂ87 season, Wood played for the Springfield Indians in the AHL, tallying 47 points in 75 games. He was briefly called up to the New York Islanders, scoring one goal in six games. Over the next three years, he moved frequently between the minor league and the Islanders before securing a steady spot on their roster from 1988 to 1992. He was then traded to the Buffalo Sabres, where he spent three seasons. Later, Wood was picked up by the Toronto Maple Leafs in the waiver draft, traded to the Dallas Stars, and finished his career with a final season back with the Islanders.
Wood's passion for ice hockey has influenced the next generation, as both of his sons have pursued careers in the sport. Tyler is currently playing professionally with ERC Sonthofen, a team competing in Germany's Oberliga. Meanwhile, his younger son, Miles, has reached the highest level of the sport as a member of the Columbus Blue Jackets in the National Hockey League (NHL). Miles was drafted 100th overall by the New Jersey Devils during the 2013 NHL Entry Draft.