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New York Islanders rookie defenseman Matthew Schaefer is on the verge of breaking the club’s rookie-defenseman goals record after tying it at 23; veteran defenseman Brian Leetch, who once held the record, says Schaefer’s breakout echoes his own slow path to the NHL and he’s impressed by the 18-year-old’s development.
The New York Islanders fell 4-3 to the Chicago Blackhawks at UBS Arena, badly hurting their playoff chances. After taking an early lead, New York wilted defensively, with turnovers and a lapse that allowed two-on-none breaks, including one sparked by a turnover from Mathew Barzal. Tony DeAngelo left with a lower-body injury, leaving the Isles shorthanded on the back end. Chicago built a 3-1 lead before the Isles rallied with goals from Simon Holmstrom and Cal Ritchie to cut it to 3-2, and a late six-on-four chance gave them hope, but Arvid Soderblom stopped 44 shots to hold on. The loss leaves New York below the playoff cut line with remaining games.
The New York Islanders acquired Ondrej Palat from the New Jersey Devils in exchange for defenseman Carson Soucy, with New Jersey adding a 2027 sixth-round pick and a third-round pick the Islanders had previously sent to the Rangers; the Isles also sent Max Tsyplakov to New Jersey, leaving a net cap increase of about $3.75 million. Palat, who has 10 points in 51 games this season, is viewed as a potential replacement for Kyle Palmieri and will try to recapture his Lightning-era form, aided by Islanders coach Mathieu Darche who knows Palat from Tampa.
The New York Rangers traded defenseman Carson Soucy to the New York Islanders for a 2026 third‑round pick, with Soucy expected to bolster the Isles’ depth on the blue line amid injuries, as the Rangers begin a broader retooling under GM Chris Drury; the deal marks the first Rangers-Islanders swap since 2010.
The New York Rangers are nearing a trade to send defenseman Carson Soucy to the New York Islanders, with terms still being finalized and Soucy likely held out for roster management ahead of a game vs. Boston. The 6-foot-4 left-shot defender owns a $3.25 million cap hit and was acquired from Vancouver at the 2025 deadline; the Rangers are retooling after a disappointing season, while the Islanders—third in the Metro—would gain a left-side blueliner while Alexander Romanov recovers from shoulder surgery.
Matthew Schaefer, a 17-year-old defenseman from Ontario, was selected first overall by the New York Islanders in the 2025 NHL draft, dedicating his achievement to his late mother Jennifer, who passed away from breast cancer. The team honored her with a ribbon stitched onto his jersey and her initials embroidered on his collar, symbolizing her lasting impact on his life. Schaefer's emotional moment and tribute highlight his personal journey and the significance of family in his career.
The New York Islanders selected defenseman Matthew Schaefer as the first overall pick in the 2025 NHL Draft, recognizing his potential as a future star and franchise face despite limited recent game experience due to injury. Schaefer is highly regarded for his skating, offensive skills, and competitive nature, and is projected to become a top NHL defenseman.
Defenseman Matthew Schaefer was selected as the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 NHL Draft by the New York Islanders, recognized for his all-around skills and leadership qualities despite a shortened season due to injuries.
The St. Louis Blues are set to face the New York Islanders with lineup changes following their recent win. Head Coach Drew Bannister will reintroduce Oskar Sundqvist and Matthew Kessel into the lineup, with Sundqvist joining Alexey Toropchenko and Nathan Walker, and Kessel pairing with P.O Joseph. Radek Faksa will center the third line, and Jordan Binnington will start in goal, aiming to set a franchise record for wins.
The New York Rangers defeated the shorthanded New York Islanders 5-2 in their first rivalry matchup of the NHL season. The Rangers capitalized on the Islanders' weak special teams and defensive errors, with Igor Shesterkin making crucial saves. Despite a gritty performance, the Islanders struggled to convert power-play opportunities, going 0-for-5. The Rangers' victory was bolstered by goals from Chris Kreider, Vincent Trocheck, and Artemi Panarin, maintaining their strong start to the season with an 8-2-1 record.
The New York Islanders and Chicago Blackhawks have swapped 2024 NHL Draft picks, with the Islanders receiving the 20th, 54th, and 61st picks in exchange for the 18th and 50th picks. This trade gives the Islanders an extra second-round pick, while the Blackhawks move up in both the first and second rounds. The move is part of a broader strategy by both teams to optimize their draft positions and future prospects.
The Chicago Blackhawks traded the No. 20 pick and two second-round picks to the New York Islanders for the No. 18 pick and a second-round selection in the 2024 NHL Draft. The Islanders now have six selections, including three in the first two rounds, while the Blackhawks have six picks in the first three rounds, including the No. 2 overall pick.
The Chicago Blackhawks moved up in the first round of the 2024 NHL Draft by trading five picks with the New York Islanders, acquiring the No. 18 and No. 50 overall picks in exchange for the No. 20, No. 54, and No. 61 picks.
The New York Islanders wrapped up their regular season with a 5-4 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins, but the win was overshadowed by Jean-Gabriel Pageau's early exit due to injury. The game, which had no impact on the standings, saw Ilya Sorokin making a dramatic save on a Sidney Crosby penalty shot. Despite the entertaining exhibition, the potential loss of Pageau for the first round of the playoffs is a concern for the Islanders. Additionally, several players were held out of the lineup, and Ruslan Iskhakov made his NHL debut.
The New York Islanders edged the Pittsburgh Penguins 5-4 in their final regular-season game, with Simon Holmstrom scoring the game-winning goal. The Islanders extended their point streak to nine games and will face the Carolina Hurricanes in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Evgeni Malkin had a goal and an assist for the Penguins, who were eliminated from playoff contention.