The shrapnel from Schaefer's chirp hit one of his closest friends Saturday, when Malcolm Spence was taken by the Rangers in ...

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The Islanders took defenseman Matthew Schaefer as the No. 1 pick in the 2025 NHL draft, making him the fifth defenseman ...

LOS ANGELES — The New York Islanders selected defenseman Matthew Schaefer with the No. 1 pick in the NHL draft Friday night.

NHL Draft first round draft order as each selection is made, beginning with Matthew Schaefer picked No. 1 overall.

After weeks of excitement, anticipation and speculation, the New York Islanders selected Matthew Schaefer with the first pick ...

The Islanders have the No. 1 pick after winning the draft lottery in May. The Sharks, who finished last in the overall ...

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The New York Islanders selected defenseman Matthew Schaefer with the No. 1 pick in the NHL draft Friday night.

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Matthew Schaefer stood up when his name was called. The emotion was too much. Thinking about the person he wished more than anything could be by his side overwhelmed the 17-year-old defenceman. The ...