As general manager of the New York Islanders, Mathieu Darche prepares for his first NHL draft and commits to not trading their No. 1 pick, projected to be defenseman Matthew Schaefer. He underscores the significance of researching player character and personalities, alongside their skill levels. Darche expresses confidence in the prospects available, including centers Michael Misa and Anton Frondell, and hints at possible trade interests to enhance their draft strategy. He believes any player selected will benefit the Islanders quickly.
Darche emphasized the importance of character and personality assessments for potential picks, stating, "You are just trying to get as much information... we all know the talent."
On defenseman Matthew Schaefer, Darche noted, "He's an impressive young man... regardless of who we pick on Friday, we'll get a special player."
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