‘Bigger, Stronger & Faster’ Matthew Schaefer Excited For Second Season With Islanders

TRENDINGPats-Seahawks previewShelton shocks AlcarazNFL Week 1 injury reportWill SEC expel LSU?Fantasy Football Draft KitStory byStory by‘Bigger, Stronger & Faster’ Matthew Schaefer Excited For Second Season With IslandersRussell MaciasWed, September 9, 2026 at 5:56 PM UTC·3 min readAbout Our AdsRecommended StoriesMatthew Schaefer Representing Islanders At NHL Media Tour In Las VegasThe Calder Trophy winner heads to Sin City as the face of the franchise, showcasing his elite skill and community leadership on hockey’s biggest promotional stage.The Hockey News - New York IslandersIslanders News: Eyes on Eklund, SchaeferThe NHL’s North America media tour has begun (the Europe one was late last month), so expect a trickle of quotes and headlines to come as teams get ready for training camps beginning in one week. 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At the NHLPA player media tour, forward John Tavares said it was a no-brainer to have Gavin McKenna stay with him this season. “You want him to go out and enjoy all the great things about being a […] The post Gavin McKenna to Live with John Tavares for Rookie Season appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYMaple Leafs’ John Tavares has special relationship with number one overall pick Gavin McKennaTavares is giving McKenna a home away from home.The Big LeadThe Vegas Golden Knights Need More From Their $59.5 Million DefensemanRasmus Andersson has plenty to prove after a quiet postseason, but the Golden Knights may be wise to give their new defenseman time to find his footing.The Hockey News - Las Vegas Golden KnightsWhy Rangers should commit to Alberts Smits starting season in HartfordIn the lead up to the 2026 NHL Draft, Alberts Smits was often touted as the most NHL-ready player in […]Forever BlueshirtsBlue Jackets news: Zach Werenski gets 100% real on Columbus futureZach Werenski was oh-so-close to leaving the Columbus Blue Jackets behind earlier this offseason, but the superstar defenseman vetoed a potential trade to the Dallas Stars in late June. The 29-year-old later reiterated his commitment to Ohio, and he doubled down on that sentiment at the NHL/NHLPA North American Player Media Tour on Tuesday. “When […] The post Blue Jackets news: Zach Werenski gets 100% real on Columbus future appeared first on ClutchPoints.ClutchPointsIslanders News: Eyes on Eiserman, GoldNot a lot of “news” fodder coming out of a long holiday weekend in the U.S., but Labor Day is behind us and training camp is now on the horizon. Islanders News ElsewhereSB NationMaple Leafs Get Encouraging Gavin McKenna Prediction From AnalystsThe Toronto Maple Leafs have been handed an encouraging prediction for Gavin McKenna’s first NHL season, with the preseason just a few days away. The Toronto franchise is one to watch heading into the 2026-27 season, given the moves they made this offseason. The Leafs underwent both organizational and roster restructuring, and one of their […] The post Maple Leafs Get Encouraging Gavin McKenna Prediction From Analysts appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYWhy Gavin McKenna Will Be Staying At John Tavares’ Home For His First Season With The Maple LeafsTavares has opened the door to other Maple Leafs in the past, a tradition he continues to pay forward from his rookie days.The Hockey News - Toronto Maple LeafsNY Rangers Prospect Still Draws Mixed Reviews on SkatingThere are still some evaluators who aren't sold on the skating ability of a New York Rangers prospect.New York Rangers On SIQuinn Hughes Getting Cold Feet in Minnesota?Quinn Hughes will get a chance to ease the anxiety of Minnesota Wild fans this week... but it sounds like he is having commitment issues?Minnesota Sports FanDoan sizes up some of Sabres' offseason movesBUFFALO — Alex Tuch’s departure from the Sabres earlier this summer via a sign-and-trade deal with the Washington Capitals hardly surprised winger Josh Doan. In the weeks before free agency opened, it appeared the veteran first-line winger’s run in Buffalo could be ending after five seasons. “There was noise around whether or not he was staying or go,” Doan said prior to throwing out the first ...Niagara Gazette, Niagara Falls, N.Y.Zach Werenski Gives Quotes To Media Today At The NHL Media Tour In Las VegasZach Werenski was the representative for the Columbus Blue Jackets at the annual NHL Media tour being held in Vegas.The Hockey News - Columbus Blue JacketsWerenski Expresses Commitment to Columbus Blue JacketsAfter seeing needless animosity build up this summer, defenseman Zach Werenski made his future clear at the NHLPA player media tour in Las Vegas.The Columbus Blue Jackets D-man spoke with NHL.com’s Dan Rosen about what his plan is. He also discussed how it will come to fruition. That is, should nothing change until next July.“I […] The post Werenski Expresses Commitment to Columbus Blue Jackets appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYFive Unique Stories From Red Wings Rookie CampEvery player on the Detroit Red Wings roster for the club’s upcoming NHL Rookie Tournament has carved their own path […]Detroit Hockey NowEmptying The Devils Notebook: 9 Things You May Have MissedCaptain's skates are well underway at RWJBarnabas Health Hockey House. With training camp right around the corner, old faces have returned to the Garden State, while new additions are getting acclimated to their new facility and New Jersey Devils teammates.The Hockey News - New Jersey DevilsEJ Emery Continues To Develop and Improve His GameNew York Rangers prospect EJ Emery continues to make strides in key areas.New York Rangers On SIMaple Leafs’ John Tavares Makes Off-Ice Move Involving Gavin McKennaThe latest NHL Draft No. 1 pick, Gavin McKenna, is preparing for his rookie season with the Maple Leafs carrying significant expectations.Athlon Sports