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Top NHL and possible first-overall pick Matthew Schaefer was asked at the NHL combine who he models his game after, and he said Darnell Nurse of the Oilers.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / June 9

Emptying the 2025 NHL Combine Notebook

The 2025 NHL Combine was expected to have a lot more news-worthy tidbits than normal. That part of it certainly did not disappoint. This year’s Combine also came with its share of rumors.

Edmonton Oilers News / Yardbarker Quizzes

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In the history of the NHL, a total of 46 players have scored 50 goals in a season more than once. How many of the 46 can you name in six minutes?

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NHL News / Daily Faceoff / June 9

What makes top 2025 NHL Draft prospect Matthew Schaefer so special

You’re going to have a hard time finding a projected No. 1 NHL Draft pick who has played fewer games than Erie Otters defender Matthew Schaefer. Between

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / June 6

Top Prospect Matthew Schaefer Says He’s 'Fully Healed' From Broken Collarbone

Top prospect and possible number-one overall pick Matthew Schaefer did something very few prospects have ever done. Despite being limited to only 17 games in the 2024-25 season, that’s all was needed for him to finish as the top-ranked North American prospect for the 2025 NHL Draft.

New York Islanders News / The Hockey Writers / June 6

Islanders Can Take Misa or Schaefer: What’s the Ceiling, Floor & Middle Ground for Both?

It’s June, and that means the NHL Entry Draft is this month. With the first-overall pick, the New York Islanders have two options with a third wild card.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / June 4

Will Sabres circle back to Canucks about Elias Pettersson?

David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period: How bold of a move are the Buffalo Sabres willing to make? Bowen Byram is out there, and before the trade deadline, Owen Power, JJ Peterka and Alex Tuch drew interest.

New York Rangers News / Forever Blueshirts / May 29

Why Jackson Smith, Logan Hensler are defenseman Rangers may consider with No. 12 pick in 2025 NHL Draft

If the New York Rangers wish to select a defenseman with the No. 12 overall pick in the NHL Draft, they’ll have plenty of solid choices. Though projected No.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / June 6

2025 NHL Draft Rankings: Top 80 with one month to go

We’re finally, actually, for realsies in the stretch run. European leagues are done for the year, the CHL playoffs are over, college players are focusing on sharpening up their brains and the USHL is done, too.

New York Islanders News / Athlon Sports / May 18

Islanders Predicted to Shockingly Pass on Matthew Schaefer in NHL Draft

The New York Islanders surprisingly won the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 NHL draft despite entering the lottery with poor odds. New York will now have a chance to bring in a special player to help them make the next step forward.

NHL News / Inside The Rink / May 18

2025 NHL Draft Profile: Matthew Schaefer

Matthew Schaefer is a 17-year-old left shot defenseman. He was born on September 5, 2007, in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. Schaefer spent the 2024-25 season playing for the Erie Otters, an OHL team.

San Jose Sharks News / The Hockey Writers / May 11

Examining the Sharks’ Options With 2nd Pick in 2025 NHL Draft

Now that the San Jose Sharks know they hold the second pick in the 2025 NHL Entry Draft, they can begin the process of deciding how to use it. They face a far different situation from last season, when they held the top selection in a draft with a clear best prospect.

New York Islanders News / The Hockey Writers / May 7

Islanders’ Only Real Choice With Top Draft Pick Is Matthew Schaefer From Historic Perspective

The New York Islanders won the draft lottery, and the reaction, aside from immediate euphoria, was speculation on who they should take with the top pick.

NHL News / Yardbarker / May 6

Why Islanders should make this bold move after winning NHL Draft lottery

There are very few instances when an NHL team should deviate from the consensus of experts at the top of the draft.

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / May 3

Ranking the Best Landing Spots for Matthew Schaefer in the 2025 NHL Draft

With the NHL announcing that the 2025 NHL Draft Lottery will be taking place this coming Monday, all eyes will be on Erie Otters defenseman Matthew Schaefer.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / April 24

Need an impact defenseman? 2025 NHL Draft’s Jackson Smith is your guy

If you’re craving a top-end defenseman in the 2025 NHL Draft, there’s one clear prize at the top: Matthew Schaefer. But while this draft might not boast the deepest blueline crop we’ve ever seen, teams needing blueline help will still have solid options to work with.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 22

Big Hype Prospects: Schaefer, Frondell, Stebetak, Eriksen

The World U18 Championship is set to kick off just outside of Dallas on Wednesday. The tournament will bring together competition from eight different countries, kicked off by a 1 P.M.

Los Angeles Kings News / Daily Faceoff / April 21

2025 NHL Draft Rankings: Schaefer, Misa lead top 75 before U-18 World Championship

One of the most important scouting events on the calendar is just around the corner. The IIHF U-18 World Hockey Championship kicks off in Texas on April 23, with 10 teams fighting it out in front of stands full of NHL scouts.

Edmonton Oilers News / The Hockey Writers / April 21

Oilers Shouldn’t Trade for First Overall Pick if Selection Becomes Available

In a recent surprising statement from the San Jose Sharks, they revealed that they would be open to trading the first overall selection in the 2025 NHL Entry Draft if they end up winning the draft lottery.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / April 21

Latest on Chicago Blackhawks' coaching search and finding help for Connor Bedard

Cole Bagley: Utah Hockey Club forward Michael Carcone doesn’t expect to be back with the team next season after the talks he’s had with the front office.

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / April 15

Erie Otters Defenseman Tops Central Scouting Rankings

Erie Otters defenseman Matthew Schaefer is the new top North American skater heading into the 2025 NHL Draft. Central Scouting released their latest rankings ahead of this year's draft, and the puck-moving defender from the OHL is the top-ranked skater.