Islanders’ fantasy roster is loaded with elite talent: Ilya Sorokin remains a top goalie with league-leading shutouts and projected 31 wins; Matthew Schaefer, an 18-year-old defenseman, just swept the Calder Trophy with 23 goals and is projected for 72 points; Bo Horvat leads in goals (31) and face-offs (690+) while being a draft bargain; Mathew Barzal bounced back with leading assists and power-play points, projected for 66 points; and rookie Victor Eklund, drafted after Schaefer, is poised to make his NHL debut and could be a breakout fantasy asset.

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Victor Eklund, the 16th overall pick in 2025, is poised to make his NHL case with a rookie assist and a hungry mindset, while Malte Gustafsson, the 13th overall pick in 2026, shines overseas and prepares for a bigger role with his professional discipline. Kashawn Aitcheson, selected 17th in 2025, brings rare confidence and scoring flair for a defenseman, possibly starting in the AHL but with big camp hopes. Goaltender Dmitry Gamzin, acquired at 115th in 2024, has dominated the KHL with elite stats and is primed for an Islanders debut. And Cole Eiserman, the 20th overall pick in 2024, with gold-medal pedigree and a strong college run, could slot into the lineup next season — if he keeps developing.

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Eighteen-year-old defenseman Matthew Schaefer is rewriting the record books, leading all defensemen in speed bursts over 20 mph and smashing the rookie points record with 59, while tying a Hall of Famer for rookie goals. He’s also dominating high-danger shot metrics from every zone. Meanwhile, Ilya Sorokin anchors the team with elite save percentages on toughest shots, finishing second in Vezina voting. Despite scoring struggles, the squad thrives on mid-range shots led by Bo Horvat, Emil Heineman, and even Ryan Pulock. With a new coach guiding the final stretch, the team surged in shot volume — signaling a promising future powered by Schaefer’s breakout season and Sorokin’s iron-clad netminding.

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