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Schaefer unanimous choice as NHL's top rookie

Islanders defenseman Matthew Schaefer has won the Calder Memorial Trophy as the NHL's rookie of the year, the first unanimous choice for the award in 33 years.

Published May 13, 2026, 8:20 PM

Updated May 20, 2026, 11:22 PM3.4K

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Schaefer unanimous choice as NHL's top rookie

Islanders defenseman Matthew Schaefer has won the Calder Memorial Trophy as the NHL's rookie of the year, the first unanimous choice for the award in 33 years.

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Schaefer unanimous choice as NHL's top rookie

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