""Crosby was definitely one, obviously. Just everything he's done to the person he is. Obviously he's a great leader, and everyone loves him for who he is. He's obviously done great things for the league.""
""It's a unique feat for a player to face off against his childhood idol. For one, a player would have to be quite young upon entering the NHL. Second, his idol would have to endure a lengthy career to make that happen.""
Matthew Schaefer, an 18-year-old rookie for the New York Islanders, has achieved remarkable success in his first NHL season. He may have the chance to play against his childhood idol, Sidney Crosby, if the Islanders face the Pittsburgh Penguins in the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs. Schaefer expressed his admiration for Crosby, highlighting his leadership and contributions to the league. The Islanders are currently in a playoff position but have not yet secured their spot, leading the Columbus Blue Jackets by just one point.
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