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The New York Islanders Select Defenseman Matthew Schaefer as the First Overall Pick in the 2025 NHL Draft
In a stunning turn of events, the New York Islanders have made the first overall selection in the 2025 NHL draft by choosing defenseman Matthew Schaefer. The 17-year-old phenom from Hamilton, Ontario has been a revelation on both sides of the ice and solidified his position as the top prospect in the draft.
Schaefer’s journey to the top was marked by tragedy and perseverance. Despite enduring two family tragedies – the passing of his mother Jennifer due to cancer just over a year ago and the loss of the owner of his junior team, Jim Waters, along with the mother of his billet family – Schaefer refused to let his emotions get the best of him.
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