MatthewSchaefer

#48
Defense
New York Islanders

HT/WT
6' 2", 186 lbs
Birthdate
9/5/2007 (18)
Birthplace
Hamilton, ON
Draft Info
2025: Rd 1, Pk 1 (NYI)
Status
Active

HT/WT6' 2", 186 lbs

Birthdate9/5/2007 (18)

BirthplaceHamilton, ON

Draft Info2025: Rd 1, Pk 1 (NYI)

StatusActive

ExperienceRookie

Position Defense

TeamNew York Islanders

New York Islanders2025-CURRENT (1 Season)

Calder Memorial Trophy

2026

All-Rookie Team

2026

2025 No. 1 pick Matthew Schaefer interviews Gavin McKenna

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Toronto Maple Leafs vs. New York Islanders: Game Highlights

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Islanders retake lead with a Matthew Schaefer goal

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Team	W	L	OTL	PTS
Carolina	53	22	7	113
Pittsburgh	41	25	16	98
Philadelphia	43	27	12	98
Washington	43	30	9	95
Columbus	40	30	12	92
NY Islanders	43	34	5	91
New Jersey	42	37	3	87
NY Rangers	34	39	9	77

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MatthewSchaefer

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