Schaefer stays on ice for entire three-on-three overtime

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 28 Oct, 18:10 · Archive

Matthew Schaefer became the first player in at least 15 years to play the entire three-on-three overtime period in an Islanders game.

Matthew Schaefer stayed on the ice for an entire three-on-three overtime period in an Islanders game against Nashville on Tuesday, the first player in at least 15 years to achieve this feat since the NHL began tracking such data in 2009-10. The game saw New York build a 3-0 lead before Nashville rallied with three unanswered goals to force overtime. Schaefer was sent out to start the extra frame by coach Pete DeBoer and remained on the ice until a timeout allowed other players a rest. When play resumed, Schaefer continued through the remainder of overtime, which was spent almost exclusively in the Nashville zone due to a power play.

Schaefer's overall workload has increased substantially this season, with his ice time up by over 90 seconds per game from the previous year. He now averages 26 minutes and 13 seconds per night, fourth highest in the league. DeBoer stated he is managing the workload carefully, noting that not all minutes are equal: penalty-killing duties are more taxing than power-play and offensive situations. Schaefer has been removed from penalty-kill responsibilities this season as part of this management strategy.

The 19-year-old, the reigning Calder Trophy winner, is a dynamic two-way defenseman. He told the New York Post that he enjoys playing and feels his body is fine, and that DeBoer regularly checks in to ensure he is resting properly. Schaefer has not experienced extended slumps in his NHL career so far despite the heavy workload.

How it is being reported

• Islanders star Matthew Schaefer pulls off an NHL first that sounds absolutely exhaustingMatthew Schaefer became the first player in at least 15 years to stay on the ice for an entire three-on-three overtime in a wild Islanders game.Fox News · 28 Oct, 17:53
• Matthew Schaefer’s increased Islanders workload isn’t as cut and dry as it seemsDespite the stated desire from coach Pete DeBoer to be careful with Matthew Schaefer’s workload, the 19-year-old’s minutes are up by over 90 seconds per game from last season.New York Post · 26 Oct, 22:29

In this story: Matthew Schaefer · Pete DeBoer · New York Islanders · Nashville Predators · Nashville

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