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Islanders' Schaefer Sets Record with Five-Game Point Streak

10/21/2025

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Matthew Schaefer, the New York Islanders' top pick in the 2025 NHL Draft, has points in all five games and became the youngest defenseman to begin a season with a five-game point streak.
NHL insiders have praised his performance and compared him to Cale Makar.
If his pace continues, he could exceed 60 points and be a Calder Trophy contender, boosting the Islanders' ability to attract talent.

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Matthew Schaefer, the New York Islanders' top pick in the 2025 NHL Draft, has points in all five games and became the youngest defenseman to begin a season with a five-game point streak.
NHL insiders have praised his performance and compared him to Cale Makar.
If his pace continues, he could exceed 60 points and be a Calder Trophy contender, boosting the Islanders' ability to attract talent.