Schaefer's biological mother, Jennifer, died of breast cancer in February 2024. She had battled the diagnosis for two years.

Matthew Schaefer’s last media availability on the final day of Islanders’ summer prospect development camp brought questions ...

Monday’s light practice offered few clues toward that end. It is rare, though, for a No. 1 pick not to start the season in ...

Matthew Schaefer lost his mother, Jennifer, to breast cancer. Now, he’s achieved the ultimate milestone – becoming an NHL ...

There may have been some half-joking attempts to recruit Matthew Schaefer from the Islanders’ prospects who will be going to ...

After Matthew Schaefer pulled the blue-and-orange sweater over his head at the NHL draft, his eyes already glistening with ...

Top NHL draft prospect Matthew Schaefer enters the 2025 Draft carrying the weight of unimaginable personal loss. In just one ...

Top NHL prospect Matthew Schaefer has faced more than his fair share of adversity. But whether he's navigating a sheet of ice or a world where nothing is guaranteed, few people move with the grace and ...

He is the total package as a skater. He has a phenomenal top gear and will push the pace with the puck through open ice. He ...