Matthew Schaefer has already notched the first goal of his NHL career.

Late in the third period during Saturday’s game against the Capitals, Schaefer was able to tap the puck past Washington goalie Logan Thompson after a pileup formed near the net.

Matthew Schaefer #48 of the New York Islanders celebrates his first NHL goal in the third period at 4:28 with Mathew Barzal #13 against the Washington Capitals at UBS Arena on October 11, 2025 in Elmont, New York. NHLI via Getty Images

Schaefer, 18, slammed his body against the glass in celebrating after scoring, as he was met with a loud roar from fans at UBS Arena.

The goal was the second of the night for the Islanders, with Anthony Duclair storing earlier in the match.

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