Schaefer Eyes Another Record as Islanders Face Stars in Texas
Tonight, the New York Islanders are set to take on the Dallas Stars in what promises to be an exciting matchup at the American Airlines Center. The game holds special significance for rookie defenseman Matthew Schaefer, who is in pursuit of yet another record. Schaefer, currently leading all first-year players with 15 points (seven goals, eight assists) in 19 games, has the opportunity to tie a longstanding record held by Phil Housley. With a strong performance, Schaefer could match Housley’s record of 16 points by an 18-year-old defenseman through his first 20 games, a mark set in 1982.
The 2025 NHL Draft’s No. 1 overall pick has already etched his name in the history books, becoming the youngest player to score an overtime goal in NHL history just a few days ago. Schaefer’s overtime goal against the Utah Mammoth on November 14th, at just 18 years and 70 days old, broke Sidney Crosby’s previous record. The young defenseman is quickly making a name for himself as one of the league’s most exciting new talents.
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But it’s not just Schaefer who could make history tonight. Stars forward Jason Robertson is also on the cusp of achieving something special. Robertson, who scored a hat trick against the Philadelphia Flyers on Saturday, has the chance to make it back-to-back hat tricks for the second time in his career. If he manages to accomplish that feat tonight, he would become the first player in Dallas/Minnesota North Stars history to do so.
While Schaefer and Robertson take center stage, the game will also be a critical one for both teams. The Islanders, after suffering a 4-1 loss to the Colorado Avalanche on Sunday, will look to bounce back and continue their push in the competitive Metropolitan Division. The Stars, on the other hand, are riding a five-game winning streak, and will aim to keep their momentum rolling.
With both teams boasting strong rosters and key players chasing milestones, the Islanders’ visit to Dallas is shaping up to be a thrilling matchup. As Schaefer looks to add another chapter to his remarkable rookie season, the Stars will be hoping to maintain their dominance on home ice. The action kicks off at 8 p.m. ET, and with both sides bringing high stakes and exciting storylines, this game is not to be missed.
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