NHL insider Jeff Marek and way-too-early projected No. 1 pick in the 2027 NHL Draft, Landon DuPont, each believe Matthew Schaefer will go first overall to the New York Islanders [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/new-york-islanders] in the upcoming draft: DuPont, a defenseman who just scored 60 points (17 goals, 43 assists) in 64 games with the Everett Silvertips of the WHL in his age-15 season, went on to say Schaefer is a "generational" talent, citing his ability and maturity [https://www.theelmonters.com/p/nhl-draft-matthew-schaefer-malcolm-spence-new-york-islanders-erie-otters] as a can't-miss prospect. Following the combine, it has become increasingly likely the Islanders will select Schaefer with the No. 1 pick on June 27. Stay updated with the most interesting Islanders stories, analysis, breaking news and more! Tap the star to add us to your favorites on Google News [https://news.google.com/publications/CAAqBwgKMK-q0gsw7sXpAw/sections/CAQqEAgAKgcICjCvqtILMO7F6QMwpuDfCA?ceid=CA:en&oc=3] to never miss a story.
