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New York Islanders pick Matthew Schaefer First overall

CNN on MSN · 22h

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.

USA TODAY on MSN · 17h

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.

Reuters on MSN · 1d

Matthew Schaefer goes No. 1 to Islanders in NHL draft

The New York Islanders selected defenseman Matthew Schaefer with the first overall pick at the 2025 NHL Draft on Friday in Los Angeles. Schaefer, who will turn 18 on Sept. 5, played for the Erie Otters of the Ontario Hockey League the past two seasons.

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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, ...

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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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