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On YouTubeNew York Islanders News / NHL on ClutchPoints / December 4
1 no-brainer change Islanders must make to fix putrid powerplay
The New York Islanders are one of the many Eastern Conference teams hovering around .500 as December begins. While the expectations were low coming into the season, an electric rookie has changed it.
New York Islanders News / NHL on ClutchPoints / November 28
Islanders’ Matthew Schaefer on how Matt Martin’s kids have helped him amid whirlwind rookie season
There were a lot of hockey fans on Long Island who listed Matthew Schaefer among the things they were grateful for on Thanksgiving. The Islanders drafted Schaefer first overall in June, and he has already made an incredible impact on the ice.
New York Islanders News / NHL on ClutchPoints / November 27
Islanders’ Matthew Schaefer joins 4-player club with monster start to career
The New York Islanders are coming off a 3-1 loss to the Boston Bruins on Wednesday night. While a defeat on home ice is never an enjoyable experience for fans, they did witness history with their rookie phenom, as Matthew Schaefer continues the historic start to his career.
The 'NHL Norris Trophy winners' quiz
Bobby Orr won the last of his eight Norris Trophies during the 1974-75 season. Can you name every defenseman who won the trophy since then?
New York Islanders News / NHL on ClutchPoints / November 26
Islanders’ Matthew Schaefer earns ultimate praise from GM after historic start
The New York Islanders have undeniably been electrified in the 2025-26 NHL season by the play of rookie defenseman Matthew Schaefer. Selected first overall at the 2025 NHL Draft, Schaefer has immediately provided a huge impact on the ice for the Isles, who are certainly not having any regrets on their decision to go with Schaefer.
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.
NHL News / Yardbarker / November 24
Five NHL players who surprisingly merit Olympic team consideration
The 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan are fast approaching, and excitement is building across the NHL for its return to the Games for the first time since Sochi in 2014.
New York Islanders News / Breakaway on SI / November 22
Matthew Schaefer, Islanders to Honor Hockey Fights Cancer
On Nov. 22, the New York Islanders will host the St. Louis Blues in a matchup that means more than just another game on the ice. The Islanders will face off against the Blues in a 3:30 EST showing at UBS Arena.
New York Islanders News / Breakaway on SI / November 20
Islanders' Matthew Schaefer Could Be Up for Olympic Spot
Hockey Canada has reportedly informed New York Islanders' Matthew Schaefer that the defenseman has officially been added to Team Canada's International Olympic Committee (IOC) long list (90-plus players).
New York Islanders News / NHL Trade Talk / November 20
Islanders’ Star Rookie Added to Team Canada’s Olympic Eligibility List
One of the most surprising and fast-rising storylines in Canadian hockey took another major step forward this week, as 18-year-old defenseman Matthew Schaefer has officially entered Olympic drug-testing protocol, making him eligible to be selected for Team Canada at the 2026 Winter Games.
New York Islanders News / Daily Faceoff / November 20
Report: Matthew Schaefer added to Olympic drug testing protocol, now eligible for Team Canada
With the 2026 Winter Olympics right around the corner in February and roster decisions due much sooner than that, Team Canada’s brass is weighing the possibility of embracing a youth movement.
NHL News / Breakaway on SI / November 19
2025 NHL Draft Quarter Season Review: The Top Five Picks
With NHL teams approaching the 20-game mark and American Thanksgiving right around the corner, the league has officially reached the quarter-season mark.
NHL News / Daily Faceoff / November 16
Which New York-area team will be the next to win a Stanley Cup?
The NHL has three New York-area teams – the New York Rangers, New York Islanders and New Jersey Devils – all at different points in their paths to a Stanley Cup Playoff run.
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 / 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.
New York Islanders 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.
New York Islanders 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.
NHL 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.
New York Islanders 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 / Field Level Media / November 14
Matthew Schaefer, Islanders bring solid form to Utah
The Utah Mammoth will take the next crack at slowing New York Islanders rookie Matthew Schaefer when the teams clash on Friday in Salt Lake City. New York won its third game in a row when Jean-Gabriel Pageau scored a short-handed goal at 3:02 of overtime for a 4-3 victory against the Vegas Golden Knights on Thursday in Las Vegas.
New York Islanders News / LWOSports.com / November 3
New York Islanders Rookie Defenceman Matthew Schaefer Making Quite the Impression
New York Islanders rookie defenceman Matthew Schaefer continues to show why he was chosen first overall in last year’s NHL draft. Showing to be a special
New York Islanders News / The Hockey Writers / November 3
Islanders’ Matthew Schaefer Becomes Youngest Defenseman in NHL History With Multi-Goal Game
He’s already off to an incredible start as an 18-year-old defenseman in the NHL, but on Sunday evening, New York Islanders’ rookie Matthew Schaefer set another historical mark with a two-goal performance tying the game against the Columbus Blue Jackets.
NHL News / Daily Faceoff / November 1
Which early-season NHL narratives already seem legit?
We’re almost through the NHL season’s first month, but not quite, meaning overreaction season is very much alive.
New York Islanders News / The Hockey Writers / October 24
Islanders’ Matthew Schaefer Is One of a Kind in NHL History
The New York Islanders have found themselves a gem. Sure, we’re in the early stages of this new season, but the No. 1 pick of the 2025 NHL Draft, Matthew Schaefer, is a runaway favorite for the Calder Trophy.
New York Islanders News / The Hockey Writers / October 19
Matthew Schaefer Is Already Proving to Be Islanders’ Defenseman of the Future in Rookie Season
Matthew Schaefer, the New York Islanders’ 18-year-old defenseman and first overall pick in the 2025 NHL Draft, has made an immediate impact in the early part of the 2025–26 season.
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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