Islanders will need to hire private security for star rookie

The New York Islanders could be in the market for private security to keep bullies away from the team's prized rookie.

The New York Islanders could trade for an enforcer type unless they can find someone internally to fill that role. | Al Bello/GettyImagesTuesday night’s brawl involving the New York Islanders and Boston Bruins has brought one key issue to the forefront. The Isles will need to hire private security for star rookie Matthew Schaefer.

The incident during the second period of Tuesday night’s tilt illustrated how Schaefer has become a target for opposing teams. Nikita Zadorov’s thunderous hit on the 18-year-old drew the immediate ire of the Islanders’ players on the ice.

But that…