Islanders Matthew Schaefer Scores First NHL Goal vs. Capitals
ELMONT, NY -- During the New York Islanders’ home opener on Saturday, 2025 first-overall pick Matthew Schaefer scored his first NHL goal. The Islanders were down 4-1 to the Washington Capitals when they went to the power play at 16:41 of the third period.
A scramble ensued after Kyle Palmieri was robbed at the doorstep, and the loose puck went to Schaefer. The 18-year-old defenseman chopped it by Capitals goalie Logan Thompson to cut the deficit to 4-2.
Capitals head coach Spencer Carbery challenged for a hand pass following a timeout, but the goal stood after a lengthy review. The UBS Arena erupted in delight at the decision.
Schaefer had previously scored his first assist and point in the Islanders’ first game of the season against the Pittsburgh Penguins on Thursday.
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