Matthew Schaefer recorded a goal and an assist for the New York Islanders in a hard-fought 4-3 win against the San Jose Sharks at UBS Arena on Tuesday. The young defenseman showcased poise and skill as the Islanders secured their third consecutive victory.

The 18-year-old, selected first overall in the 2025 NHL Draft, extended his point streak to six games (two goals, five assists), joining Marek Zidlicky as the only defensemen in NHL history to record a point in each of their first six career games.

“I love winning. I hate losing. It’s even more fun winning with this team and this group of guys,” Schaefer said, according to NHL.com. “After the game, there’s a lot of happy guys in the room, and you feel good. But honestly, I mean, now we go back to work again, practice tomorrow, and then

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