Why Daylan Kuefler Could Be The Dark Horse Of Islanders Training Camp

Prospect Daylan Kuefler spoke to Stefen Rosner before the 2025-26 season began. His goal was to stay healthy and play hockey, and that he did, putting himself back on the NHL-poential map.

Stefen Rosner, David Kolb, and The Elmonters

Jun 11, 2026

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**PHOTO: Jackson Sokoloski / Bridgeport Islanders**

It had been anything but smooth sailing for New York Islanders prospect Daylan Kuefler since the organization selected him in the sixth round (No. 174) of the 2022 NHL Draft, as injuries repeatedly derailed the start of his professional career.

But this past season, things finally started to trend in the right direction.

Why Daylan Kuefler Could Be The Dark Horse Of Islanders Training Camp

Prospect Daylan Kuefler spoke to Stefen Rosner before the 2025-26 season began. His goal was to stay healthy and play hockey, and that he did, putting himself back on the NHL-poential map.

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