The New York Islanders undoubtedly had the best draft out of all 32 teams. The team made the obvious pick in drafting Matthew Schaefer, who was a near-consensus top overall pick. Schaefer's potential is limitless,

New York Islanders co-owner Jon Ledecky is as energetic as he is honest about the importance of Friday night and the lasting impact this one moment could have on the franchise. "The future is now for the New York Islanders,

The Islanders took defenseman Matthew Schaefer as the No. 1 pick in the 2025 NHL draft, making him the fifth defenseman drafted first overall since 2000.