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Islanders’ Matthew Schaefer on verge of even more NHL history

The New York Islanders’ blue line has been completely transformed by the addition of rookie sensation Matthew Schaefer. The 18-year-old is leading all NHL freshmen with seven goals and 15 points, making a convincing case for the Calder Trophy through the first quarter of the 2025-26 season.

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NHL Predictions: November 18th New York Islanders vs Dallas Stars

Welcome back to another NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out.

Lou Lamoriello News / NHL on ClutchPoints / November 17

Lou Lamoriello is not totally gone from Islanders’ front office

Longtime executive Lou Lamoriello might have taken a step back from running the New York Islanders’ front office last summer, but that doesn’t mean he isn’t still having his voice heard around the building.

Matthew Schaefer News / NHL Trade Talk / November 15

Islanders’ Star Matthew Schaefer Just Made NHL History in Overtime

The New York Islanders have a budding star on their hands, and he’s making NHL history almost nightly. Matthew Schaefer, just 18 years and 70 days old,

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How many of the 21 players in NHL history with at least 600 career goals can you name in five minutes?

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Matthew Schaefer News / Last Word On Sports / November 15

The Undrafted Free Agent Dominating College Hockey example, Matthew Schaefer Scouting Report: 2025 NHL Draft #1

Welcome to your NHL Entry Draft Headquarters right here at Last Word On Sports and Top Shelf Prospects. We have you covered with everything you will need to be ready for the next wave of NHL propsects.

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Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.

Matthew Schaefer News / Field Level Media / November 15

NHL roundup: Isles' Matthew Schaefer makes history with OT winner

Matthew Schaefer became the youngest player to score an overtime goal in NHL regular-season history, finding the net at 2:06 of the extra session as the New York Islanders rallied to beat the Utah Mammoth 3-2 in Salt Lake City on Friday.

Matthew Schaefer News / Daily Faceoff / November 15

Islanders’ Matthew Schaefer becomes youngest NHLer to score OT goal

Matthew Schaefer is barely 18, but the 2025 No. 1 overall pick is making a habit of making history. The New York Islanders’ rookie defenseman became the youngest player in NHL history to score an overtime goal, giving the Islanders a 3-2 OT win against the Utah Mammoth.

New York Islanders News / NHL on ClutchPoints / November 15

Islanders’ Matthew Schaefer breaks Sidney Crosby record with OT goal vs. Mammoth

The New York Islanders made Matthew Schaefer the first overall pick in the 2025 NHL Draft. Ideally, his making an impact in two years would be a success.

Matthew Schaefer News / Field Level Media / November 15

Rookie Matthew Schaefer notches OT game-winner as Isles edge Mammoth

Matthew Schaefer scored at 2:06 of overtime and the visiting New York Islanders rallied to beat the Utah Mammoth 3-2 for their fourth straight win. Mathew Barzal skated across the slot and fed Schaefer, who scored on a one-timer from the right circle to end it.

Matthew Schaefer News / Daily Faceoff / November 14

Matthew Schaefer’s success doesn’t mean Islanders rebuild is over

New York Islanders rookie defenseman Matthew Schaefer has made it easy to imagine the awards that might one day adorn his trophy case. He’s the clear favorite for the Calder Trophy as the league’s top rookie this year, and he’s played so well that it’s not a huge leap to see him capturing a Norris Trophy or two down the line.

New York Islanders News / Daily Faceoff / November 14

How has playing under Patrick Roy impacted Ilya Sorokin?

With the New York Islanders off to a relatively decent start to the 2025-26 season, many are wondering how the goaltending will hold up for the entire year, and hopefully get the team back to the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / November 14

NHL Predictions: Nov. 14 New York Islanders vs Utah Mammoth

Welcome back to another NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word on Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out.

Jean-Gabriel Pageau News / Field Level Media / November 14

Jean-Gabriel Pageau's short-handed OT goal lifts Isles over Knights

Jean-Gabriel Pageau scored an unassisted short-handed goal 3:02 into overtime as the New York Islanders rallied for their third straight victory, a 4-3 decision over the Vegas Golden Knights on Thursday in Las Vegas.

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NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 12

Golden Knights recall former UDFA Braeden Bowman for potential NHL debut

The Vegas Golden Knights have recalled right-winger Braeden Bowman from the AHL’s Henderson Silver Knights. This is the first call-up of Bowman’s professional career.

Bo Horvat News / The Hockey Writers / November 12

Islanders’ Bo Horvat on Pace for a Career-High in Scoring

New York Islanders forward Bo Horvat has never broken the 100-point mark throughout his NHL career. With his current scoring rate, however, he is poised to tally 103 points by the end of the season.

New York Islanders News / EasySportz / November 11

The Islanders Are The ‘Fun’ Team to Start Watching

LONG ISLAND, N.Y. — Every NHL season, there’s a team that sneaks up on everyone — the one that doesn’t come with hype videos, Cup expectations, or national TV overload, but still finds a way to make people stop scrolling and start watching.

New York Islanders News / NHL Trade Talk / October 30

Barzal Healthy Scratch Sends Message About Islanders’ Culture

There are a few New York Islanders fans who aren’t thrilled about the news that Mat Barzal is being made a healthy scratch on Thursday, but the organization has made one thing very clear with the move: no one is above the team.

New York Islanders News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 23

Islanders recall forward Matthew Highmore, defenseman Marshall Warren

The Islanders announced they’ve recalled forward Matthew Highmore and defenseman Marshall Warren from AHL Bridgeport.

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Alexander Romanov News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 23

Islanders place Alexander Romanov on IR

According to a team announcement, the New York Islanders have placed defenseman Alexander Romanov on injured reserve with an upper-body injury (retroactive to October 16th).