Matthew Schaefer Makes History as Youngest Calder Trophy Winner
Isles' Matthew Schaefer wins Calder Trophy as NHL's top rookie
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Matthew Schaefer, an 18-year-old defenseman for the New York Islanders, has won the 2025-26 Calder Memorial Trophy, becoming the youngest recipient in NHL history. He received all 198 first-place votes, marking a unanimous win, and led all rookies in ice time and goals during the season.
- 01Matthew Schaefer is the youngest Calder Trophy winner in NHL history at 18 years and 223 days.
- 02He received all 198 first-place votes, making him the first unanimous winner since Teemu Selanne in 1992-93.
- 03Schaefer shared the NHL lead in goals among rookies, finishing the season with 60 points.
- 04Ivan Demidov of the Montreal Canadiens led all rookies in points and assists.
- 05Schaefer's family played a significant role in his journey, especially after the loss of his mother in 2024.
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Matthew Schaefer, a defenseman for the New York Islanders, has been awarded the 2025-26 Calder Memorial Trophy as the NHL's top rookie, making history as the youngest winner at 18 years and 223 days. Schaefer received all 198 first-place votes, becoming the first unanimous recipient since Teemu Selanne in 1992-93. He led all first-year players in ice time and was tied for the rookie lead in goals, finishing the season with 60 points. Ivan Demidov of the Montreal Canadiens finished second in voting, leading rookies in points and assists. Schaefer's family, particularly his father Todd and brother Johnathon, were present to celebrate his achievement, highlighting the support he has received following the passing of his mother, Jennifer, from breast cancer in 2024. This award marks a significant milestone in Schaefer's young career as he continues to excel in the league.
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