What happened: Matthew Schaefer spent part of the NHL offseason on the golf course with an off-the-tee swing. The appearance adds to his run of September public events ahead of the 2026-27 season.

Why it matters: Schaefer remains a notable offseason name because he is building toward year two after a busy summer and early-September media run. It also extends the lead-in from his recent comments about feeling stronger and faster for his second season.

What to watch: The next meaningful checkpoint is camp, when Schaefer gets back on the ice for preseason work. That will offer the clearer read on how his offseason buildup carries into the fall.