The New York Islanders shake up NHL Draft with first overall pick and blockbuster trade. Is this the start of a new era for the franchise?

Host Gil Martin breaks down the Islanders' selection of Matthew Schaefer as the top pick, analyzing his potential impact on the blue line. The discussion covers the surprising Noah Dobson trade to the Montreal Canadiens, resulting in two first-round picks that brought Victor Eklund and Kashawn Aitcheson to Long Island. Martin examines how these moves reshape the Islanders' prospect pool and cap situation.

Tune in for an in-depth look at how these draft-day decisions could change the trajectory of the New York Islanders for years to come.

All this and more on today's Locked On Islanders Podcast with Gil Martin.

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