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Islanders’ Matthew Schaefer named unanimous Calder Trophy winner
TL;DR
Matthew Schaefer of the Islanders has been named the unanimous winner of the Calder Trophy, awarded to the NHL's top rookie.
Key points
- Matthew Schaefer won the Calder Trophy
- He is a player for the Islanders
- The award is for the NHL's top rookie
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Islanders’ Matthew Schaefer named unanimous Calder Trophy winner
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Islanders’ Matthew Schaefer named unanimous Calder Trophy winner
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Islanders star Matthew Schaefer has been named the Calder Trophy winner as the NHL’s top rookie for the 2026 season.
Schaefer is the sixth Islander to receive the award, and he’s the league's youngest winner at 18 years and 233 days.
He’s also the first unanimous winner since Teemu Selanne in 1992-93.
Schaefer was surprised with the trophy while surrounded by his family and ’s during a Wednesday morning segment on .
Q&A
Who is Matthew Schaefer and why did he win the Calder Trophy?
Matthew Schaefer is a rookie player for the Islanders, recognized as the NHL's top rookie by winning the Calder Trophy unanimously.
What does the Calder Trophy represent in the NHL?
The Calder Trophy is awarded annually to the NHL's best rookie player, highlighting outstanding performance in their first season.
How often is the Calder Trophy awarded unanimously?
Winning the Calder Trophy unanimously is rare, indicating that all voting members agreed on the recipient's exceptional performance.
