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Matthew Schaefer Reveals Goal With Islanders
It’s already been an extremely successful offseason for the New York Islanders, but they may have an even bright future on ...
Grading Jonathan Drouin’s 2-year, $8 million contract with Islanders
The New York Islanders signed Jonathan Drouin to a two-year, $8 million contract. How did both sides fare in the deal?
Matthew Schaefer gives coaches first glimpse in Islanders development camp
There may have been some half-joking attempts to recruit Matthew Schaefer from the Islanders’ prospects who will be going to ...
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Romanov Talks $50M Deal, Lamoriello Exit, CBA Changes, and Demidov
Alexander Romanov opens up on his $50M extension, Lou Lamoriello’s departure, CBA updates, and advice for Canadiens prospect ...
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Schaefer can be Islanders pillar on defense, like Potvin for dynasty teams
The New York Islanders selected Matthew Schaefer with the No. 1 pick in the 2025 NHL Draft. Denis Potvin was chosen No. 1 in ...
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Islanders Have Key Defenseman to Build Around With Romanov Extension
The New York Islanders have been busy this offseason with general manager (GM) Mathieu Darche making a few signings. The ...
Grading Islanders’ 2025 NHL Draft class
The Islanders started the NHL Draft with Matthew Schaefer at first overall and made nine picks overall. What is their draft ...
Matthew Schaefer makes his Islanders intentions clear after NHL draft whirlwind
Monday’s light practice offered few clues toward that end. It is rare, though, for a No. 1 pick not to start the season in ...
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Islanders Pick Matthew Schaefer First in NHL Draft
Matthew Schaefer was this year's first overall selection by the New York Islanders in a draft filled with drama, emotional ...
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Inside Matthew Schaefer’s First Day of Islanders Development Camp
Matthew Schaefer’s life has been exciting over the past few days.
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With NHL Draft fanfare behind him, Islanders Matthew Schaefer at work to fulfill expectation of making opening-night roster
Matthew Schaefer’s previous 72 hours were a bit hard to keep track of. The 17-year-old went No. 1 in the NHL Draft by the New ...
Islanders' No. 1 pick Matthew Schaefer pays tribute to late mom with kiss, promise
After Matthew Schaefer pulled the blue-and-orange sweater over his head at the NHL draft, his eyes already glistening with tears, he glanced down at his left shoulder and saw a pink ribbon. The symbol ...