A Sarnia Sting fan favourite will be entering the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) club's Hall of Fame with an on ice induction ceremony next month.
The team said Matt Martin will be honoured for his outstanding career, perseverance, and lasting impact on the organization.
The Windsor native went undrafted in his early junior years before making the Sting as a training camp walk on in 2006.
Martin played three seasons for the Sting, and was captain for the 2008-09 campaign.
In 166 games with Sarnia, the physical power forward recorded 73 goals, 46 assists, and 119 points, playing a key role in the club’s success during his OHL career.
Martin was selected by the New York Islanders in the fifth round (148th overall) of the 2008 NHL Draft.
During his 987-game NHL career with the Islanders and Toronto Maple Leafs, he put away 81 goals and added 97 assists.
Martin currently works for the Islanders as Special Assistant to the General Manager.
He credited his family for shaping the mentality that defined his career.
The induction ceremony will take place on February 27 when the team takes on the Barrie Colts at Progressive Auto Sales Arena.
The Sting's Hall of Fame also features the likes of Rob Ciccarelli, Andy Delmore, Aaron Brand, Trevor Letowski, Jon Sim Patrick DesRochers, and Jeff Heerema.
More information can be found on the team's website.
