As Matt Martin transitions into his new front-office role with the New York Islanders, he continues to keep a close eye on the team’s rising star, first overall pick Matthew Schaefer. Martin, known for his gritty play on the ice, has been consistently impressed by Schaefer’s combination of skill and character. Schaefer, a dynamic offensive defenseman, has caught the attention of Martin, who believes that the most crucial position in today’s NHL is the puck-moving defenseman.
"That dynamic offensive defenseman is the most important position in today’s game," Martin said on The Cam and Stick Podcast.