Islanders sign Matt Martin to one-year contract
The New York Islanders have secured winger Matt Martin on a one-year contract, providing roster depth following Anthony Duclair's long-term injury. Martin, previously an unrestricted free agent, signed on after a professional tryout during training camp. His performance during the preseason included no points across two games, but he had 4 goals and 4 assists in 57 games last season. Martin's contract details, including salary and any clauses, remain undisclosed.
By the Numbers- Martin had 1 shot, 5 hits, and 2 blocked shots in 2 preseason games.
- He recorded 8 points (4 goals, 4 assists) in 57 games during the 2023-24 season.
- The Islanders are currently fifth in the Metropolitan Division with a 3-2-2 record.
- They recently won 4-3 in overtime against the New Jersey Devils.
The Islanders will aim to build momentum with a game against the Florida Panthers on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. EST.
Bottom LineBy signing Matt Martin, the Islanders bolster their forward lineup amidst injury challenges, but much will depend on his ability to contribute offensively moving forward.
Read more at Daily Faceoff
The summary of the linked article was generated with the assistance of artificial intelligence technology from OpenAI