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Islanders Legend Retires After 16 NHL Seasons Filled with Grit

Matt Martin, a 36-year-old forward known primarily for his time with the New York Islanders, officially ended his 16-season NHL playing career on Tuesday.
Martin’s decision followed a career defined by his role as a gritty fourth-line player and his reputation as one of the league's toughest hitters.
He played 987 regular-season games, scored 81 goals, had 97 assists, and accumulated 3,936 hits, second most in NHL history behind Cal Clutterbuck.
Martin expressed deep honor in representing the Islanders and being an integral member of both the team and its community.
After retiring, Martin took on a role within the Islanders organization, serving as an advisor to general manager Mathieu Darche, allowing him to remain involved with the team.

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