The Islanders have had the Rangers’ numbers this season.
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The 18-year-old No. 1 overall draft pick plays with a combo of speed and hockey IQ that tilts the ice in his favor at both ends, allowing him to drive possession without sacrificing defensive structure. As of this writing, Schaefer ranks within the top 20 players in time on ice as the Islanders tread above the playoff cutline. 2026 Farmers Insurance Open predictions: PGA odds, picks for Brooks Koepka’s return Among the many teams that have been burned by Schaefer’s acumen are the Rangers, who head into the first leg of a back-to-back against the Isles not only down 2-0 in the season series, but 7-0 in combined scoring. Although Schaefer didn’t see the scoresheet for any of the Islanders’ seven goals in this matchup, he has collected five shots and a plus-1 rating against the Rangers. The Blueshirts have taken a 90-degree dive from preseason playoff contenders to the NHL’s abyss, with sole ownership of last place in the Eastern Conference. An overarching lack of confidence, diminished depth, and poor in-game discipline have led to weak starts and undermined any progress. Turnovers are a prime result of this mess, and the Rangers sit as a top-five club in defensive giveaways to the opposition. While Schaefer has only collected three shots in three out of 12 games this month, his ability to join the rush and create chances gives upside against a team drowning in uncertainty. He’s also leading the Isles in low-danger unblocked shot attempts, a category the Rangers have been stingy in, but makes No. 48’s plus-money value worthwhile.Sean Treppedi handicaps the NFL, NHL, MLB and college football for the New York Post. He primarily focuses on picks that reflect market value while tracking trends to mitigate risk.
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