Canadian forward Joey Martin has re-signed with the Cardiff Devils for the upcoming Elite League season. The 2024-25 campaign will mark Martin’s ninth season with the Devils since he first joined the team in the 2014-15 season.
Career Highlights and Journey
- Initial Tenure: Martin initially played with the Devils from 2014 to 2020.
- Covid Break: He left the team in 2020 when the Elite League was shut down due to the Covid pandemic.
- International Play: During this break, Martin played for Stavanger Oilers in Norway (2021-22) and Graz 99ers the following season.
- Return to Devils: He returned to the Devils for the 2022-23 season.
Praise from the Head Coach
Head coach Pete Russell praised Martin highly, saying, “I cannot say enough good things about Joey Martin as a player or as a person. He is one of the most coachable players I have ever had, and he turns up to compete every day. He plays hard at both ends of the ice and is someone we rely on to play in every situation. He makes guys around him better and still has the knack for putting the puck in the net. He leads by example and has been tremendous for this organization over his entire career. I am very pleased to get him signed up for another season.”
Achievements with the Devils
- Challenge Cup: Martin helped the Devils win the Challenge Cup in 2015 and 2017.
- Elite League: He contributed to their Elite League victories in 2017 and 2018.
- Playoff Championships: He was instrumental in securing successive Playoff Championships in 2018 and 2019.
Joey Martin’s re-signing is a significant boost for the Cardiff Devils as they prepare for the new season, bringing experience and leadership back to the team.
