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Schaefer, Spence ignite New York rivalry after 2025 NHL Draft
The shrapnel from Schaefer's chirp hit one of his closest friends Saturday, when Malcolm Spence was taken by the Rangers in the second round with the No. 43 pick, their first selection in the 2025 Upper Deck NHL Draft at L.A. Live's Peacock Theater.
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.
The Islanders selected gifted 17-year-old defenseman Matthew Schaefer with the No. 1 pick in the NHL draft Friday night.
NHL Draft starts Friday with Matthew Schaefer and more prospects taking the stage. Track every pick and trade.
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