Islanders go to crazy lengths to keep Matt Rempe away from #1 pick Matthew Schaefer

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The New York Islanders’ prospect pool is headlined by Matthew Schaefer, Calum Ritchie, Cole Eiserman, Victor Eklund, and Kashawn Aitcheson. Here’s how each fits into the team’s future plans and how they were acquired.

The New York Islanders really did not want Matt Rempe to hit their number-one pick, Matthew Schaefer

New York Rangers forward Matt Rempe has earned a reputation as one of the most dangerous hitters in the NHL. The six-foot-nine, 255-pound winger has already injured multiple players with illegal hits, earning him suspensions totaling 12 games over the past two seasons. Given his history in just 59 career games, it’s no surprise that the New York Islanders did everything in their power to prevent the controversial winger from laying any sort of b…

Islanders go to crazy lengths to keep Matt Rempe away from #1 pick Matthew Schaefer

2025 1st overall pick Matthew Schaefer has revitalized the New York Islanders and their fanbase in such a short period of time that it'll make your head spin.The smooth skating defender has made a remarkable impression in just a few preseason games and, dare I say it, he may be making Isles fans believe in their team again. So, with all that in mind you can't blame the Isles for doing everything in their power to protect Schaefer. This kid is th…