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Schaefer Shatters Records at 18 | NHL News
Matthew Schaefer, the 18-year-old New York Islanders defenseman, just shattered NHL history by winning the Calder Memorial Trophy — unanimously, for the first time in 33 years, and as the youngest winner ever. His rookie season was a monster: 59 points (23 goals, 36 assists) in 82 games, leading all rookies in ice time, power-play goals, and shots on goal. He tied for most goals and overtime goals among rookies, while setting records for points, ice time, and overtime points by an 18-year-old defenseman. Schaefer credits his teammates for his success, saying the NHL’s elite environment pushed…
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