Matthew Schaefer signed a three-year, entry-level contract worth $950k with the NY Islanders. As the first overall pick in the 2025 NHL Draft, he does not turn 18 until September 15th, allowing the potential for him to play in the NHL shortly after his birthday. Previously, there were considerations for him to develop in the NCAA, but signing the contract made that option infeasible. Schaefer will either play with the Islanders or return to the Erie Otters, with a possibility of a nine-game evaluation stint in the NHL.
Matthew Schaefer has signed an entry-level contract worth $950k over three years with the NY Islanders. He was the first overall pick in the 2025 NHL Draft.
Following his signing, Schaefer is now unable to play in the NCAA as players lose their eligibility after signing an ELC. His options are to play with the Islanders or return to Erie.
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