Islanders’ Matthew Schaefer’s Epic Easter With The Martins & Finding A Second Family In The NHL

Matthew Schaefer shares the story of his Easter with the Martins, his rookie NHL journey, and how becoming part of a family off the ice has helped shape his development with the Islanders.

Stefen Rosner, David Kolb, and The Elmonters

Apr 09, 2026

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EAST MEADOW, NY — For New York Islanders’ Matthew Schaefer, his rookie season hasn’t just been about what’s happening on the ice.

Between adjusting to the NHL, learning under a new coaching staff, and finding a home away from the rink with the Martin family, the 18-year-old has embraced every part of the experience.

From Easter morning chaos to conversations about development, structure, and what it takes to succeed at this level, Schaefer opened up about it all:

Islanders’ Matthew Schaefer’s Epic Easter With The Martins & Finding A Second Family In The NHL

Matthew Schaefer shares the story of his Easter with the Martins, his rookie NHL journey, and how becoming part of a family off the ice has helped shape his development with the Islanders.

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