Forget hockey player. This kid is truly unbelievable as a person. He's a man already. What a strong character. Unbelievable young man and great, great family. I'll be following him for sure.

He’s gonna inspire so many young hockey fans

I have stage 4 cancer. This story hits hard in my feels. What an inspiring young man and a beautiful family ❤️

He seems like a very mature, classy person. He is going to be a star in this league, probably a future captain and class act.
His adversity will definitely help him become a star

Man who’s cutting onions

His parents raised an amazing young man, that’s what it’s all about. Hockey is just a bonus. Beautiful family. Going to be easy to root for this kid.

We lost my wife to breast cancer 2 days before my little boys 10th birthday  in October 2023, I'm not sure that i can overstate the incredible inspiration & comfort that he has taken from hearing stories of other boys dealing with & learning to live with the loss of their mum.
He loves sport (Hurling & Rugby) & took great inspiration from Andrew Porter (Irish rugby player) & I'll show him this video today & I know an Isles #48 jersey will be on the birthday list, hearing the story will make him cry but will then help him build that next layer of strength he needs & having another role model like Matthew will inspire him further.

Thank you so much Sports Net & the Schaefer family for telling this story, i dont know how many little boys you will help & inspire but your story will give a boost to a 11 year old Hurler in Ireland who only know hockey from the Mighty Ducks!

I cant wait to see the career Matthew has for himself & for his mum, i think its going to be amazing

I love this kid. I wish more stars would have the same mindset

This kid is going to make me an Islander fan.  All jokes aside, a truly unbelievable human, and should be an inspiration to everyone that hears his story.  Looking forward to following his career.

This kid deserves a hell of a career wish u the best Schaefs

As a hockey player I look up to him he is definitely a future star god bless him

I lost my mom to cancer when she was also 56. The difference is that I was nearly 36, not 16. This young man is truly an honour to his family and to the mother he truly loves and respects with everything he has. Remarkable young man.

The Schaefer's are just such a great hockey family. It's so cool to see Johnny's little brother turn into the player and person he is today. Anyone who was able to meet Jennifer knew how good of a person she was and how much she loved Matthew. Looking forward to watching the draft and we know Jennifer will be with the family.

This kid is so special.    Teared up several times watching this.   The Islanders have a great one here.

I can't put into words how much I am rooting for Matthew. I am so happy for his future in the NHL. His career is something I can't wait to witness. What a great family.

An emotional and powerful film . Love and respect forever Matthew and families !

Your Mom is proud of you 💜 Canada is proud of you 🇨🇦

The opening with pink skies gave me goosebumps, hope this kid is a superstar, rooting for him big big time as a pens fan

My god, what a great human being. The world needs more Matthew Schaefers!

He’s gained a fan from me for life. Wish him nothing but the best!