2025 NHL Draft Shockers: Islanders’ Surprising No. 1 Pick Matthew Schaefer Sparks Debate and Drama
After Schaefer went off the board, the San Jose Sharks scooped up Saginaw Spirit (OHL) star winger Michael Misa, who is rated by many as the top forward in this draft class. Rounding out the top three was Swedish center Anton Frondell going to the Chicago Blackhawks.
For a detailed analysis of all 32 first-round picks, check out our breakdowns below.
2025 NHL Draft first round tracker, order
1. New York Islanders — Matthew Schaefer, D, Erie (OHL)
While the 2025 NHL Draft isn’t insanely deep, Schaefer has likely been penciled in as the Islanders pick for quite some time, especially since the franchise had been exploring potential trades for defenseman Noah Dobson prior to Friday’s trade.
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