It is always fun when a star signs a contract, at any point, but much more so when it is his first. From the 2025 NHL Entry Draft, the first-overall selection, defenceman Matthew Schaefer signs his entry-level contract as a member of the New York Islanders today. This news comes as Schaefer was preparing to throw the opening pitch at tonight's MLB game in Queens, New York featuring the Mets and the Cleveland Guardians. This is all exciting times for the potential superstar defenceman and his Isles squad.

Islanders First-Overall Pick Matthew Schaefer Signs ELC

https://www.twitter.com/NYIslanders/status/1952504921410138350?t=Zsr-6Kp2xPRlanRh2HDUog&s=19

https://lastwordonsports.com/hockey/2025/04/13/matthew-schaefer-scouting-report-2025-nhl-draft-1/

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