Former Islander Matt Martin to be Inducted into Sarnia Sting Hall of Fame

Former New York Islanders forward Matt Martin, who retired after the 2024-25 season with 987 NHL games over 16 years, will be inducted into the Sarnia Sting's Hall of Fame on Feb. 27. Martin, an undrafted walk-on, played 166 games for the Sting, totaling 60 goals, 43 assists, and 103 points with 349 penalty minutes. His final OHL season saw him explode for 35 goals and 30 assists in 61 games before being drafted by the Islanders in 2008. The induction celebrates his inspiring journey from junior walk-on to a longtime NHLer.