“Matthew Schaefer is undeniably one of the most promising young talents in hockey today,” said Jason Masherah, president of Upper Deck. ... will debut following his entry into the NHL.

If not, 2026-27 will surely mark his NHL debut. If all goes as planned, and there is a lot of reason to believe it will, Schaefer will be an every-situation No. 1 defenseman.

After Matthew Schaefer pulled the blue-and-orange sweater over his head at the NHL draft, his eyes already glistening with tears, he glanced down at his left shoulder and saw a pink ribbon. The symbol ...

“Matthew Schaefer is undeniably one of the most promising young talents in hockey today,” said Jason Masherah, president of Upper Deck. ... will debut following his entry into the NHL.

It was the worst-kept secret in the National Hockey League. In the weeks leading up to the 2025 NHL draft on Friday, there was nearly zero mystery about who the New York Islanders were targeting with ...

The New York Islanders select Matthew Schaefer with the No. 1 pick in the 2025 NHL Draft. – Chris Johnston ... all players making their NHL debut will be required to wear neck protection.

Matthew Schaefer (Superman), Michael Misa (Batman), James Hagens (The Flash), Porter Martone (Green Lantern), and Caleb Desnoyers (Nightwing) were all drawn wearing hockey uniforms influenced by ...

Schaefer skated shifts for the Erie Otters during their season debut. He managed one shot on goal during their 5-0 loss at Mississauga. There was one mammoth difference, though, between the ...

Matthew Schaefer hasn't suited up since December, ... Schaefer was fantastic in his world juniors debut, recording a goal and an assist in Canada's 4-0 victory against Finland.

By going first in 2025, the Bruins set their sights on Matthew Schaefer, the do-it-all left-shot defenseman. He played only 17 games in 2024-25 because of injuries.

The New York Islanders select Matthew Schaefer with the No. 1 pick in the 2025 NHL Draft. – Chris Johnston (@reporterchris) June 27, 2025 ... – New collective agreement: from 2026-27, all players ...