Matthew Schaefer, a rising NHL star and the New York Islanders' top pick, attributes his success to his older brother Johnny, who played in the OHL. Growing up in Hamilton, Ontario, Matt idolized his brother, who wore the jersey number 48 inspired by NHL star Daniel Brière. Schaefer chose the same number to honor his brother and became a defenseman, following in his footsteps. Their close bond, filled with shared dreams and support, has shaped Matthew into a grounded individual despite rising fame.
"My brother was a defenseman, so I followed him there. He wore number 48 because of Danny Brière... I obviously looked up to him a lot."
"You see how hard he works, how much he's endured and gone through at such a young age... It's just good seeing a good person do good things and get that kind of love and success."
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