New Islanders general manager Mathieu Darche also was busy before the draft. The Islanders traded defenseman Noah Dobson to ...

NHL Draft's inaugural decentralized format saw Matthew Schaefer selected first overall by the Islanders, honoring his family.

As Schaefer’s NHL prospects rose in 2023 while he was playing for the Erie Otters of the Ontario Hockey League, his billet ...

Matthew Schaefer lost his mother, Jennifer, to breast cancer. Now, he’s achieved the ultimate milestone – becoming an NHL ...

Breaking down the top storylines from the 2025 NHL Draft weekend, including major moves made by the New York Islanders.

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

This mock draft has been updated to reflect a trade between Montreal and the Islanders on Friday. The Athletic has live ...

The Islanders selected gifted defenseman Matthew Schaefer, 17, with the No. 1 pick in the NHL draft Friday night. Center ...

New York surprises nobody by using its first No. 1 selection since 2009 on the 17-year-old Schaefer, a 6-foot-2 blue liner ...

He is the total package as a skater. He has a phenomenal top gear and will push the pace with the puck through open ice. He ...

Fans and experts weigh in on the 2025 NHL Draft picks. See the latest social media reactions, analysis, and insights as the ...

Here is what New York Islanders fans need to know about defenseman Matthew Schaefer, the No. 1 pick in the 2025 NHL Draft.