The practice games are complete, meaning the next time we see the NY Islanders on the ice, it will be for real. While we await the final roster for the season opener on Oct. 9 against the Pittsburgh Penguins, here are three takeaways from the Islanders’ preseason.
Matthew Schaefer is ready for the NHL
Perhaps the biggest question heading into the season was whether Matthew Schaefer was going to be part of the Isles’ everyday roster. Appearing in four preseason games, it’s pretty safe to say the 18-year-old will spend the season on Long Island.