Islanders News: Shabanov hype, Schaefer’s next gig, Barzal’s aces

Lighthouse Hockey | July 30, 2025

It’s the end of July, which means next month is the last month without at least some preseason hockey.

We’re getting there, and this week we have a few sprinkled reasons to kind of be excited on and off the ice.

Matthew Schaefer’s busy summer continues this weekend with the junior summer showcase in Minnesota. But will he be able to play in the winter tourney, or will he be with the Isles? [NHL]
Mat Barzal hit two holes-in-one within a week. [NHL]
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