"Matthew Schaefer quickly took the league by storm, earning his first point during the first period of his first game and recording his first goal in front of a crowd at UBS Arena."
"Schaefer broke Phil Housley's 43-year record for most points for an 18-year-old defenseman, finishing the season with 59 points."
"On April 9, against his hometown Toronto Maple Leafs, Schaefer tied Brian Leetch for the most goals in a season with 22, a record they now share."
"Any outcome other than Schaefer being awarded the Calder Trophy would be a shock, with the odds being more likely that he is named a unanimous winner."
Matthew Schaefer has been named a finalist for the Calder Trophy, recognizing his outstanding performance as a rookie in the NHL. He made his debut shortly after turning 18 and quickly made an impact, earning his first point and goal in his initial game. Schaefer broke the long-standing record for points by an 18-year-old defenseman, finishing with 59 points. He also tied the record for most goals in a season for a defenseman with 22. The Calder Trophy results will be revealed during the NHL Awards.
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