Matthew Schaefer, the 17-year-old number one draft pick honored his late mother who died 16 months ago from breast cancer.

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

Matthew Schaefer lost his mother, Jennifer, to breast cancer. Now, he’s achieved the ultimate milestone – becoming an NHL ...

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

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

After weeks of excitement, anticipation and speculation, the New York Islanders selected Matthew Schaefer with the first pick ...

The Islanders took defenseman Matthew Schaefer as the No. 1 pick in the 2025 NHL draft, making him the fifth defenseman ...

The Islanders have the No. 1 pick after winning the draft lottery in May. The Sharks, who finished last in the overall ...

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

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