Matt Martin Signs Autographs in Oyster Bay

New York Islanders left winger Matt Martin signed autographs for fans Saturday at the Long Island Picture Frame & Art Gallery of Oyster Bay.

Martin, who’s been on the Islanders since the 2009-10 season, compiled four goals and seven assists to go along with 63 penalty minutes in 48 games this past season, which saw the Islanders make the playoffs.

“It’s very exciting,” Martin said. “Obviously this year was a big step in making the playoffs. We’ve come a long way since I first got here. Obviously, we’re still disappointed in the way it ended, but I think we have a bright future ahead.” 

Several young Isles fans were thrilled to get a chance to meet one of their local sports heroes.

“It was really nice meeting Matt,” Jake Vollaro, of Lindenhurst, said. “He was really nice, polite and he did everything we asked him to do.”

“I’m a really big Matt Martin fan,” Nick Baratta, of Oyster Bay, added. “I love the Islanders too, and it’s a real pleasure to meet someone that plays on the Islanders.”

Check out the accompanying video for a recap of Martin’s visit to Oyster Bay.

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