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

The Islanders selected defenseman Matthew Schaefer with the first overall pick at Friday night’s draft here in downtown Los ...

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

Schaefer, who will turn 18 on Sept. 5, played for the Erie Otters of the Ontario Hockey League the past two seasons.

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

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

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

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

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 ...

New York Islanders select defenceman Matthew Schaefer first overall at NHL draft ...

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

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