It was the worst-kept secret in the National Hockey League. In the weeks leading up to the 2025 NHL draft on Friday, there ...

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

NHL Draft starts Friday with Matthew Schaefer and more prospects taking the stage. Track every pick and trade.

Schaefer is the first draft pick made by new Islanders general manager Mathieu Darche, who was just hired last month. The Islanders did not renew Lou Lamoriello's contract after the 2024-25 season, ...

The New York Islanders kicked off the 2025 NHL Draft with the selection of defenseman Matthew Schaefer out of the Ontario Hockey League. The Islanders surprisin ...

Matthew Schaefer from Hamilton, Ont., has been selected first overall at the 2025 NHL draft. The 17-year-old defenceman was ...

Cam Smith hit a three-run homer in his first game against the Cubs since being traded to Houston and Brandon Walter threw six ...

Based on multiple mock drafts, though, the odds were even smaller the four-time Stanley Cup champions wouldn’t opt for Erie Otters defenseman Matthew Schaefer with the draft’s No. 1 overall pick.

Follow live updates to Chris Peters’ top 100 prospects for the 2025 NHL Draft as the best available players come off the ...

The New York Islanders are poised to make the top pick in an NHL draft that is packed with talent while missing a few staples of recent drafts.

Welcome to the 2025 NHL Draft! The NHL offseason is in sight now that the Stanley Cup has been awarded, but more ...