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Matt Martin Retires After 15 Seasons and Joins Islanders' Front Office

His new position as special assistant to GM Mathieu Darche signals the Islanders’ commitment to retaining his leadership beyond his playing days.

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Overview

  • He spent 13 of his 15 NHL seasons in New York, ranking eighth in franchise history with 855 games played.
  • His 3,930 career hits place him second all-time in league history for physical play.
  • As a linemate alongside Cal Clutterbuck and Casey Cizikas, he helped fuel five of six playoff berths and back-to-back Stanley Cup semifinal appearances in 2020 and 2021.
  • Limited to 32 games under coach Patrick Roy last season after signing a tryout contract, he finished 13 games shy of 1,000 career appearances.
  • He transitioned immediately into the front office as a special assistant to general manager Mathieu Darche to continue shaping the franchise’s future.