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NHL News / Daily Faceoff / January 23
2026 NHL Mock Draft: And with the first pick, the Canucks take…
We’re fully past the halfway point in the 2026 NHL Draft season, so it’s time to have some fun. We haven’t done a mock draft yet this season, given the small sample size means things change on a nightly basis.
NHL News / Breakaway on SI / January 21
Kraken Ready for Islanders' Matthew Schaefer Amidst Homestand
The Seattle Kraken will continue a six-game stretch at Climate Pledge Arena in the midst of an action-packed January, with their latest opponent being the New York Islanders.
New York Islanders News / The Lead / January 16
Matthew Schaefer Has Played a Huge Role in Islanders’ Turnaround
In the 2024-2025 NHL season, the New York Islanders finished with a 35-35-12 record, placed sixth in the Metropolitan Division, and failed to make the
The 'NHL Maurice Richard Trophy winners' quiz
How many of the Maurice Richard trophy winners since the award was first given out in 1998-99 can you name in five minutes?
NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 15
Islanders’ Matthew Schaefer details 2 injury scares from Jets game
The New York Islanders are coming off a 5-4 loss at the hands of the Winnipeg Jets at Canada Life Centre in Winnipeg on Tuesday, but they can let out a big sigh of relief knowing that rookie sensation Matthew Schaefer ended up being fine after two injury scares in that contest.
The 25 best NHL agitators of all-time
There's more to hockey than scoring goals and stopping pucks. For some players, putting up points came second to their main task: angering their opponents.
NHL News / Daily Faceoff / January 12
2025-26 Calder Trophy January Rankings: Top 10 first-half standouts
The NHL officially recognized Jan. 2, 2026 as the halfway mark of the 2025-26 NHL season. For now, this is the last 82-game regular season, with the league electing to go for a slightly longer 84-game spread in 2026-27.
NHL News / Daily Faceoff / January 9
2026 NHL Draft Lottery Odds: Which teams have the best chance to select first overall?
It’s that time of year again. The 2026 NHL Draft will take place this June, with the lottery expected sometime in the spring.
NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 9
Islanders’ Matthew Schaefer regrets how he handled OT chance in Predators loss
The New York Islanders have played good hockey as of late, and part of their positive play is thanks to Islanders rookie Matthew Schaefer. Schaefer has made an immediate impact at the NHL level since his debut.
NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 8
Predators’ HC Andrew Brunette latest to shower Islanders’ Matthew Schaefer with praise
The New York Islanders face the Nashville Predators on Thursday night, starting a seven-game road trip. The Islanders have won their last two games, with an incredible performance from Matthew Schaefer against the Toronto Maple Leafs starting the stretch.
New York Islanders News / Yardbarker / January 6
Halfway home: Evaluating the Islanders' season so far as playoff picture sharpens
Let’s take a look at the highs (and lows) of the season so far as the Isles march toward their first playoff push since 2023-24.
New York Islanders News / Field Level Media / January 5
Isles return Ilya Sorokin, hope to have Matthew Schaefer vs. Devils
Matthew Schaefer, the player most responsible for the New York Islanders' surprising turnaround this season, may not play Tuesday night. But the Islanders will get back one of their biggest foundational pieces when goalie Ilya Sorokin starts against the New Jersey Devils in a battle of longtime Metropolitan Division rivals in Elmont, N.Y.
New York Islanders News / Stadium Rant / January 5
The New York Islanders Have Been Overly Impressive This Season
When the New York Islanders were awarded the first overall pick in the 2025 NHL Draft on May 5th, practically nobody thought they’d be where they are just eight months later.
New York Islanders News / Athlon Sports / January 5
Islanders Announce Matthew Schaefer Update on Monday
The New York Islanders provided an injury update on defenseman Matthew Schaefer ahead of Tuesday’s home game against the New Jersey Devils. The Islanders announced on X that Schaefer is considered day to day due to an illness.
New York Islanders News / Daily Faceoff / January 5
Islanders sensation Matthew Schaefer gets shoutout from NFL legend Tom Brady
It’s hard to imagine New York Islanders defenseman Matthew Schaefer’s rookie season going any better, but getting kudos from the greatest quarterback in NFL history has got to make it a little sweeter.
New York Islanders News / Athlon Sports / January 4
Matthew Schaefer Honors Late Mother After OT Winner
Matthew Schaefer delivered a moment to remember Saturday night, both on the ice and in his heart. The 18-year-old defenseman scored twice, including the overtime winner, to lift the New York Islanders to a 4-3 victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs.
New York Islanders News / Breakaway on SI / January 4
Islanders Phenom Chasing Down NHL Record
New York Islanders defenseman Matthew Schaefer has already become a rookie phenom in just half a season. The 18-year-old first-year player has been electric through the first 42 games of his NHL career, recording 12 goals and 16 assists for 28 points.
NHL News / Yardbarker / January 2
Canadiens' Ivan Demidov stays hot, but Matthew Schaefer remains Calder front-runner
With the mid-season approaching, Montreal Canadiens forward Ivan Demidov is maintaining chances of winning the Calder Trophy.
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / January 2
NHL’s Calder Trophy Race Isn’t as Close as It Seems
In the eyes of some, the NHL’s Calder Trophy race is tighter than ever. As New York Islanders defenseman Matthew Schaefer has started to slow down offensively, Montreal Canadiens winger Ivan Demidov has begun to take flight.
Matthew Schaefer News / Yardbarker / December 31
Islanders rookie Matthew Schaefer makes history with 25th point
A large part of the Islanders' success so far this season has been the emergence of their rookie defenseman.
New York Islanders News / NHL Trade Talk / December 16
Matthew Schaefer Needs To Be On Canadian Olympic Roster
Deservedly so, Matthew Schaefer has commanded attention in the NHL since the draft on June 27th. The pre-draft buzz centered on his elite skating and offensive play from the blue line, and he’s carried that dynamic into the NHL.
New York Islanders 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,
New York Islanders News / Yardbarker / October 15
Are the Islanders already in trouble after just three games?
The New York Islanders have stumbled out of the gate with an 0–3 record — their worst start in over a decade and a troubling sign for a team expected to contend for at least a playoff spot.
New York Islanders News / Field Level Media / October 12
Isles rookie Matthew Schaefer is already setting records
The New York Islanders have yet to record a win through their first two games. But the Islanders have found a cornerstone player in rookie defenseman Matthew Schaefer.
New York Islanders News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 4
Islanders sign top pick of 2025 draft
Back in June, the Islanders made Matthew Schaefer the first overall pick in the draft. Now, they have their newest top prospect under contract as the team announced that it's signed the defenseman to a three-year, entry-level contract.
The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz
In the history of the NHL Draft, 61 players have been selected No. 1 overall. How many of the can you name in six minutes?
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