The superstar defenseman reveals why he circles back for a second round of post-game hugs, showcasing the infectious team-first attitude fueling the New York locker room.
New York Islanders defenseman Matthew Schaefer explained his routine of going through the post-win celebration line twice to hug his goaltender. Following a recent shutout win, Schaefer celebrated with goaltender Ilya Sorokin before rejoining the line for a second interaction. Speaking after a morning skate, Schaefer stated that he deliberately goes through twice to show extra appreciation for the team's netminders.
In addition to the double post-game hug, Schaefer regularly skates over to give his goaltender a fist bump prior to every game and following every goal. The writer, Stefen Rosner, highlights the defenseman's team-first attitude and describes his positive presence in the Islanders locker room.
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