Coach Pete DeBoer has expressed a desire to handle Matthew Schaefer's workload carefully, but the 19-year-old's playing time has risen by more than 90 seconds per game compared with last season.
Matthew Schaefer's Islander Minutes Rise Over 90 Seconds Per Game
Coach Pete DeBoer says he wants to manage Schaefer's workload, yet the 19-year-old's ice time has increased by more than 90 seconds per game from last season.
Key takeaways
- Coach Pete DeBoer said he wants to be careful with Schaefer's workload.
- Matthew Schaefer is 19 years old.
- His minutes per game are up by over 90 seconds from the previous season.
Why it matters
The increase in ice time affects Schaefer's development and the Islanders' roster management.
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