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Islanders' Schaefer Impresses in Preseason Despite Setback

9/28/2025

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Matthew Schaefer, Islanders' No. 1 overall pick, logged ice time in his second preseason game despite a minus-2.
He assisted on Anthony Duclair's goal, showing offensive upside and hockey IQ.
Coach Patrick Roy praised Schaefer's maturity and adaptability as roster decisions loom.
Duclair, returning from injury, praised Schaefer and noted two preseason games remain before October 9 vs. Pittsburgh Penguins.

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Story summary

Matthew Schaefer, Islanders' No. 1 overall pick, logged ice time in his second preseason game despite a minus-2.
He assisted on Anthony Duclair's goal, showing offensive upside and hockey IQ.
Coach Patrick Roy praised Schaefer's maturity and adaptability as roster decisions loom.
Duclair, returning from injury, praised Schaefer and noted two preseason games remain before October 9 vs. Pittsburgh Penguins.