Center, Saginaw (OHL), 6-1, 184: The lefthanded shot had 62 goals and 72 assists in 65 regular-season games, scoring 50 goals in 50 games. He plays a complete, two-way game with tremendous on-ice awareness and anticipation coupled with strong skating and playmaking abilities. He could be the most NHL-ready player in the draft.

Breaking down the likely top three picks the Islanders, who have the No. 1 pick, will have to choose from in the 2025 NHL Draft: Matthew Schaefer Height: 6-foot-2 | Weight: 183 pounds Position: Defense | Shoots: Left Team: Erie Otters (OHL) Stats: 7 goals,

With the next phase of the franchise already in motion, getting the No. 1 pick shifts a lot of eyes around the NHL to the Islanders.