Martinek scored three goal in 13 games with the Islanders last season.
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Martinek, 37, has appeared in 473 career National Hockey League games, including 466 with the Islanders. Martinek has 25 goals and 82 assists for 107 career points. He’s also appeared in 11 career Stanley Cup Playoff games, all with the Islanders. He has been signed to provide D depth while Lubomir Visnovsky recovers from a concussion.
Martinek is not expected to be fantasy relevant.
Safe to drop Martinek if you rostered him. The oft-injured defenseman scored a goal over seven games.
Martinek has only played in seven games this season due to a concussion. The oft-injured defenseman could return over the next few weeks.
Good news for the Blue Jackets, who are hoping their new puck-moving defenseman is able to slot back into the lineup. The former Islander scored a goal in his first seven games with Columbus.
Martinek is out indefinitely. If you own him, you can probably found a better option on the waiver wire.
At this point, all three are doubtful to suit up tomorrow against the Red Wings.
By our count the team lists eight NHL players that are currently unavailable due to injuries. With Martinek out, look for rookie David Savard to draw back into the lineup and likely play on the top PP unit.