The New York Islanders have signed No. 1 draft pick Matthew Schaefer to a three-year, entry level contract. The team announced the deal Monday right around the time the young defenseman threw out the ceremonial first pitch prior to the Mets’ home game against the Cleveland Guardians.

According to PuckPedia, Schaefer will receive the full complement of performance bonuses as part of his deal, which carries a $975,000 cap hit. His total salary could be as high a