Top 5 Must-Know Rookies in the Metropolitan Division | 2025-26 NHL Season

The 2025-26 NHL season is loaded with rookie talent, and the Metropolitan Division might just have the deepest group in the league. From No. 1 overall pick Matthew Schaefer dominating for the Islanders to physical beasts like Alexander Nikishin and rising stars Ben Kindel and more. These first-year players are already making huge impacts. We break down the top 5 Metro rookies you need to watch right now — stats, highlights, and why they're the future of the division!