Porter Martone, the 19-year-old rookie right winger for the Flyers, has been very positive and excited about his first taste of NHL action in the 2025-26 season (and playoffs).
Quick Background
- Drafted 6th overall by the Flyers in the 2025 NHL Entry Draft.
- Had a standout freshman season at Michigan State (25 goals, 50 points in 35 games), leading the Spartans.
- Signed a three-year entry-level contract on March 29, 2026, and made his NHL Debut shortly after on March 31 vs. Washington. eliteprospects.com
Martone had a strong start in just nine regular-season games, he posted four goals, six assists (10 points) with strong underlying metrics. He scored his first NHL goal in overtime against Boston (a game-winner) and continued performing well in the playoffs, including back-to-back game-winning goals early in the first-round series vs. Pittsburgh—making NHL history as a teenager.
On His Experience
Martone has spoken enthusiastically about the transition:
- He described jumping into the lineup, learning systems quickly, and getting support from coaches and teammates.
- He called playing in the NHL (and especially playoffs) a “dream come true,” noting the high stakes and excitement in Philly. espn.com
- Recent social/media clips (as of early June 2026) show him “stoked” after his first NHL experience and eager for next season. @JameyBaskow
Most have been impressed with his immediate impact as a power forward/playmaker, and he’s generated a lot of buzz in Philadelphia. He’s widely seen as a bright spot for the Flyers’ future.
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