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.

The Islanders selected gifted defenseman Matthew Schaefer, 17, with the No. 1 pick in the NHL draft Friday night. Center ...

As Schaefer’s NHL prospects rose in 2023 while playing for the Erie Otters of the Ontario Hockey League, his billet mom, ...

With the 20th overall pick in the 2025 NHL Draft, the Columbus Blue Jackets have selected goaltender Pyotr Andreyanov.

NHL Draft first round draft order as each selection is made, beginning with Matthew Schaefer picked No. 1 overall.

The Boston Bruins pulled off a great feat at the 2025 NHL draft: they got a super-talented player lower than expected, while adding another chapter to the rivalry between Boston sports fans and New ...

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

The 2025 NHL Draft debuted the "Draft House" experience, much to the ire and annoyance of fans watching at home. The 2025 NHL Draft got underway on Friday night with teams selecting highly-rated ...

Dallas Stars general manager Jim Nill has completed the three-peat. Nill was named the 2024-25 recipient of the Jim Gregory ...

Houston Astros shortstop Jeremy Peña left Friday night’s game against the Chicago Cubs with left rib soreness. Peña was hit ...

The New York Islanders did the expected Friday, selecting Schaefer with the first pick at the 2025 NHL draft. His big moment ...

LOS ANGELES -- The New York Islanders selected defenseman Matthew Schaefer with the No. 1 pick in the NHL draft Friday night.