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Matthew Schaefer

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#48 New York Islanders / NHL - 25/26

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Games	GP	G	A	TP	+/-
Last 5 games	5	0	3	3	0
Last 10 games	10	1	5	6	5

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Date of Birth: Sep 05, 2007
Age: 18
Place of Birth: Hamilton, ON, CAN
Nation: Canada
Youth Team: Hamilton Jr. Bulldogs MHA
Position: D
Height: 188 cm / 6'2"
Weight: 84 kg / 185 lbs
Shoots: L
Contract: 27/28

Player Type: Mobile Defenseman
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Two-Way Defenseman
Cap Hit: Powered by
NHL Rights: New York Islanders / Signed
Drafted: 2025 round 1 #1 overall by New York Islanders
Agency: Premium
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Schaefer controls games from the back end, making the play flow through him. An elite puck-rusher, he takes off from behind his net, using it as a shield against the forecheck, and traverses the defensive zone with a few long strides. He spots teammates in every direction, making both one-touch plays and elaborate, deceptive feeds. Attacking down, he grabs the spotlight and draws opponents to him, before turning and relaying the puck across. -EliteProspects 2025 NHL Draft Guide

Brother: Jonathon Schaefer

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