Matthew Schaefer's NHL record in his rookie season gives the Islanders' defenseman big expectations but a bright future.

Schaefer etched his name in Islanders history, matching a rookie defenseman scoring record. His two assists fueled a crucial victory, highlighting his impact.

BUFFALO — In a season that, regardless of how far the Islanders go, will always be remembered as the debut campaign of ...

The Montreal Canadiens hosted the New York Islanders on Thursday night, with a pair of elite defencemen playing a crucial […] ...

TORONTO — To understand what Tuesday was like for Matthew Schaefer, don’t start with the scene at his stall after morning skate, with Toronto media packed around him, but 20 minutes later in a corner ...

The NHL has awarded defenseman Matthew Schaefer of the New York Islanders as the “First Star of the Week” for the period ending March 1. Schaefer was awarded the accolade after he logged five points ...

Ottawa 3, Isles 2. Brady Tkachuk fought Anders Lee in the first second of the game and then broke a 2-2 tie with 13 seconds ...

LOS ANGELES — The last time Matthew Schaefer strolled through the LA Live entertainment complex, his life and the Islanders’ fortunes were about to radically change. The Islanders, of course, selected ...

In the lead-up to the draft, when Matthew Schaefer was asked what he knew about the Islanders, answers usually mentioned the ...