Fansided · Mar 4
Islanders Schaefer on track to break NHL record
New York Islanders rookie Matthew Schaefer is on track to break a major NHL record before the end of the season.
Mar 1, 2026; Elmont, New York, USA; New York Islanders defenseman Matthew Schaefer (48) celebrates with the crowd after the victory over the Florida Panthers during the third period at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Schneidler-Imagn Images | Dennis Schneidler-Imagn ImagesThe New York Islanders have had it really good this season with Matthew Schaefer. His season has been so impressive that it makes fans easily forget the Islanders almost picked someone else.
Fast-forward to March 2025, and Schaefer has become just the fourth rookie blueliner to score 20 goals in a season.