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Matthew Schaefer talks being First overall pick in NHL Draft

Matthew Schaefer makes his Islanders intentions clear after NHL draft whirlwind

Monday’s light practice offered few clues toward that end. It is rare, though, for a No. 1 pick not to start the season in the NHL, and going into the start of free agency Tuesday, the Islanders blue line looked ripe for Schaefer to grab a spot.

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Matthew Schaefer honors late mother after getting selected first overall by New York Islanders in NHL draft

Matthew Schaefer lost his mother, Jennifer, to breast cancer. Now, he’s achieved the ultimate milestone – becoming an NHL player. The 17-year-old was selected by the New York Islanders with the first overall pick in the 2025 NHL draft on Friday in Los Angeles.

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2025 NHL Draft tracker: Matthew Schaefer goes first, scouting reports on picks

New Islanders general manager Mathieu Darche also was busy before the draft. The Islanders traded defenseman Noah Dobson to Montreal for forward Emil Heineman and the Canadiens' two first-round picks. The Islanders used the picks to draft Victor Eklund and Kashawn Aitcheson.

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Matthew Schaefer goes No. 1 in NHL draft to Islanders: What to know - USA TODAY

The New York Islanders selected Erie (Pennsylvania) Otters defenseman Matthew Schaefer with the No. 1 overall pick of the 2025 NHL Draft on June 27.. He's the first defenseman to be taken first ...

Matthew Schaefer’s profile: Age, family, height, injury, OHL team and career highlights

Skating past setbacks and into the spotlight, Matthew Schaefer has turned a shortened season into a showcase of skill, grit, ...

Guide to the 2025 NHL Draft: How to watch, top prospects, and local story lines

All signs seem to be pointing to the Islanders making Matthew Schaefer the first defenseman to go No. 1 overall since the ...

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