Back to the New York Islanders Newsfeed

Elliotte Friedman pours cold water on Islanders' rookie making Olympic squad

Related Topics: Elliotte Friedman, Bo Horvat

A notable insider poured cold water on the potential inclusion of a New York islanders rookie on Team Canada's Olympic roster.

New York Islanders blueliner Matthew Schaefer has gotten consideration for Team Canada's roster this season. | Chris Gardner/GettyImages

New York Islanders rookie Matthew Schaefer’s performance this season has vaulted him into consideration for Team Canada’s Olympic roster.

The 18-year-old has exceeded expectations this year. It’s not that anyone expected him to flop. It’s that few really expected him to be THIS good. That situation has prompted speculation about Schaefer elbowing his way into a spot on Team Canada’s 2026 Olympic roster.