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Schaefer shines on emotional night, goes No. 1 to Islanders in 2025 NHL Draft
Actor Kevin Connolly did an interview with Schaefer that the Islanders beamed back live to their draft party at UBS Arena. Connolly is known for his role as Eric Murphy in the HBO series “Entourage.” Well, Schaefer had an entourage of his own, including a camera crew following his every move.
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2025 NHL Draft tracker: Picks, results from first round as Islanders takes Matthew Schaefer at No. 1
With the No. 1 pick in the 2025 draft, the Islanders selected Erie Otters (OHL) defenseman Matthew Schaefer to help stabilize their back end for years to come. Schaefer registered seven goals and 15 assists to go along with a +21 rating in just 17 games this past season after dealing with a collarbone injury.
NHL Draft starts Friday with Matthew Schaefer and more prospects taking the stage. Track every pick and trade.
The Islanders selected gifted 17-year-old defenseman Matthew Schaefer with the No. 1 pick in the NHL draft Friday night.
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