Flyers ink young forward porter martone to entry-level deal

The Philadelphia Flyers have secured a promising young talent, signing forward Porter Martone to a three-year entry-level contract, General Manager Daniel Briere announced Sunday. The move brings the 19-year-old to the NHL ranks after a standout collegiate season.

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Martone, selected in the first round of the 2025 NHL Draft, finished his freshman year at Michigan State University with an impressive 50 points in 35 games. His offensive prowess earned him recognition as the only freshman on the All-Big Ten First Team and a spot on the Big Ten All-Freshman Team. The 6-foot-3, 208-pound forward hails from Peterborough, Ontario, and brings a wealth of international experience, having represented Canada in multiple World Junior and World Championship tournaments.

This signing marks the first entry-level deal for Philadelphia's 2025 draft class and the fifth prospect to ink a contract with the Flyers in the past month. The team is clearly prioritizing building for the future. Other recent signings include Noah Powell, Cole Knuble, Alex Ciernik, and Riley Thompson.

Martone is expected to join the Flyers for the remainder of the current season, providing a boost to the team's forward depth. The Flyers face the Dallas Stars at 7 p.m. Sunday. The depth chart is about to get a little more interesting.