Islanders’ Matthew Schaefer Is One of a Kind in NHL History Justin Giampietro | May 23, 2026 *This archive was written early in Matthew Schaefer’s rookie season (2025-26) The New York Islanders have found themselves a gem. Sure, we’re in the early stages of his career, but…
What’s Next for Islanders’ Matthew Schaefer After Calder Win? Joe Belli | May 18, 2026 At 18 years old, New York Islanders defenseman Matthew Schaefer became the youngest Calder winner in NHL history, beating Nathan MacKinnon’s previous mark by a day. He received all 198 first-place votes, becoming the…
What it Takes for a Defenceman to Win the Calder Trophy Dayton Reimer | May 15, 2026 To almost no one’s surprise, Matthew Schaefer was awarded the 2026 Calder Trophy as the NHL’s rookie of the year, becoming the first unanimous choice for the award since Teemu…
The NHL’s Under-23 Team for 2025-26 Owen Hillman | April 17, 2026 Among the many notable stories during the 2025-26 NHL season was the influx of young talent. Newly drafted players are more big-league ready today, with some becoming franchise stars off…
Islanders’ Disappointing Season Alleviated by Schaefer’s Breakout Conor Power | April 14, 2026 The New York Islanders have officially missed the playoffs. Losing on both halves of a back-to-back against the Ottawa Senators and Montreal Canadiens has condemned the Isles to their fate.…
Islanders Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – More Schaefer Records, Sorokin Soars and More THW Staff | March 29, 2026 We are right in the thick of the late-season playoff scramble, and the energy around the team is electric —especially after yesterday’s massive 5-2 comeback win over the defending champion…
Islanders Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – AHL Relocation, Schaefer’s Continued Rise and More THW Staff | March 22, 2026 Here is a look at the key stories surrounding the New York Islanders right now, along with their schedule for the upcoming week of March 22-29, 2026. AHL Affiliate Relocating…
Islanders Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Schaefer, Schenn, Rittich, Holmstrom and More THW Staff | March 16, 2026 Here is a look at the key storylines surrounding the New York Islanders right now, along with their schedule and outlook for the upcoming week. The Islanders are making a…
Islanders Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Schaefer Milestone, Playoff Push, Duclair and More THW Staff | March 2, 2026 Here is a look at the key stories surrounding the New York Islanders right now, along with their upcoming schedule as they head into a crucial week of the 2025-26…
NHL Morning Recap – March 2, 2026 Spencer Lazary | March 2, 2026 Welcome to another edition of the NHL Morning Recap. All the Latest NHL Daily Recaps Today, we will be looking at the scores of the six NHL games that were played on…
Islanders Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Ready to Deal, Olympians Return and More THW Staff | February 23, 2026 The New York Islanders are coming out of the NHL Olympic break holding a playoff spot in the Metropolitan Division. With the March 6 trade deadline fast approaching, there is…
Islanders Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Olympic Break Edition THW Staff | February 8, 2026 The NHL season is currently paused for the 2026 Winter Olympic Break, which began after games on Feb. 5 and will continue until play resumes on Feb. 25, 2026. Islanders…
