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The image was unforgettably striking: Matthew Schaefer, weeping, kissing the cancer ribbon on the New York Islanders jersey adorned with his name, moments after they chose him first overall in the 2025 NHL Draft.

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Islanders select Kashawn Aitcheson No. 17 overall in 2025 NHL Draft

A very good rearguard with a lot of upside has found his first NHL home. The New York Islanders selected defenseman Kashawn Aitcheson, 18, with the 17th overall pick Friday night at The Peacock Theater in Los Angeles.

New York Islanders News / Daily Faceoff / June 27

Islanders select Victor Eklund No. 16 overall in 2025 NHL Draft

A talented Swede has found a new home. The New York Islanders selected forward Victor Eklund, 18, with the 16th overall pick Friday night at The Peacock Theater in Los Angeles.

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The 'Most goals in a Stanley Cup Playoffs' quiz

How many of the 18 NHL players since the 2000 Stanley Cup Playoffs to score 10 goals in multiple postseason runs can you name in five minutes?

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The 'Multiple 50-goal seasons in NHL history' quiz

The 'NHL Hart Trophy winners since 1983' quiz

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 27

Islanders’ Matthew Schaefer selection is first of its kind since Connor McDavid

The New York Islanders took Matthew Schaefer first overall in the 2025 NHL Entry Draft on Friday night. It was the first time New York picked first since 2009, when they took John Tavares.

Noah Dobson News / ESPN / June 27

Islanders Dobson to Habs for 1st-round picks

The Islanders have traded defenseman Noah Dobson to the Canadiens for a return that includes a pair of first-round picks -- a potential huge impact on the NHL draft.

NHL News / Field Level Media / June 27

Matthew Schaefer goes No. 1 to Islanders; Misa, Frondell follow

The New York Islanders selected defenseman Matthew Schaefer with the first overall pick at the 2025 NHL Draft on Friday afternoon in Los Angeles. Schaefer, who will turn 18 on Sept.

NHL News / Yardbarker / June 27

2025 NHL Draft winners, losers: Big night for Islanders but not for the fans

The first round of the 2025 NHL Draft is, finally, a wrap. There were, as always, winners and losers — teams, players and fans alike.

Why Isles drafting Matthew Schaefer with No. 1 pick is a bit of a gamble

Future is bright for Sharks after selecting latest star prospect

Bruins may have gotten steal of the draft with No. 7 pick

Flyers make surprising selection after acquiring 12th overall pick

Penguins draft son of longtime Oiler

The NHL announces a historic honor for Stars GM Jim Nill

New York Islanders News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 27

Why Islanders drafting Matthew Schaefer is a bit of a gamble

Why Islanders drafting Matthew Schaefer with No. 1 overall pick is a bit of a gamble

As expected, the New York Islanders have selected defenseman Matthew Schaefer.

Sharks use No. 2 overall pick to add to their young, talented forward group

Future is bright for Sharks after selecting latest star prospect

Blackhawks add another high-end forward with No. 3 overall pick

Bruins may have gotten steal of the draft with No. 7 pick

Flyers make surprising selection after acquiring 12th overall pick

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Matthew Schaefer News / Daily Faceoff / June 27

Islanders select Matthew Schaefer No. 1 overall in 2025 NHL Draft

The most dynamic defenseman in the 2025 NHL Draft class has a new home. The New York Islanders selected Matthew Schaefer, 17, with the first overall pick Friday night at The Peacock Theater in Los Angeles.

Noah Dobson News / NHL Rumors / June 27

NHL Trade: The New York Islanders Trade Noah Dobson to the Montreal Canadiens

The Montreal Canadiens have made another splash at the NHL Draft, this time acquiring defenseman Noah Dobson from the New York Islanders as part of a sign-and-trade.

NHL News / Field Level Media / June 27

Reports: Canadiens acquire D Noah Dobson in sign-and-trade with Islanders

The Montreal Canadiens acquired Noah Dobson in a trade with the New York Islanders and agreed to sign the top-pair defenseman to an eight-year, $76 million contract extension, multiple media outlets reported on Friday.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / June 27

Canadiens Acquire Dobson From Islanders For Two 2025 1st-Round Picks, Heineman

The Montreal Canadiens have acquired defenseman Noah Dobson from the New York Islanders for the 16th- and 17th-overall picks in the 2025 NHL Entry Draft and forward Emil Heineman.

NHL News / Yardbarker / June 27

Noah Dobson trade a rare win-win for Islanders, Canadiens

Here's how we would grade the Noah Dobson trade from both the Isles and Candiens' perspective.

David Pastrnak rumored to be 'heavily pursued' by Panthers, per source

Tampering concerns casting shadow over Mitch Marner, Brad Marchand

Bruins make announcement on new captaincy following Marchand's exit

Blue Jackets, Avalanche pull off huge trade involving players, draft picks

Sabres' asking price from Canucks for Bowen Byram has been revealed

New York Islanders News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 27

Islanders’ most realistic trade acquisition in 2025 NHL offseason

The New York Islanders have the first overall pick in the 2025 NHL Entry Draft. New general manager Mathieu Darche says they are going to use that pick.

New York Islanders News / NHL Trade Talk / June 27

Noah Dobson Trade Talks Narrowed to Two Teams

Trade speculation surrounding New York Islanders defenseman Noah Dobson has intensified, with The Athletic’s Chris Johnston reporting the team is down to two primary suitors: the Montreal Canadiens and Columbus Blue Jackets.

NHL News / Blade of Steel / June 25

Islanders and Sabres Reportedly Hold Trade Discussions for Two Star Players

The New York Islanders and Buffalo Sabres are reportedly in discussions for a trade that could see JJ Peterka moved to New York with star defenseman Noah Dobson going the other way according to Frank Seravalli.