Rumor: Islanders and Matt Martin working on a new deal

[Pure Slaughter Value]

It's speculated that Babcock did it to spite Martin for standing up to him.

About Marner being openly criticized, correct?

 

[TheFinalWord]

I liked Martin in Toronto and was sad to see him go. He brought a much needed element to the team. The situation with Vancouver was a perfect example where someone stepped up when the going got tough. Kadri (deservedly), Komorov and Reilly all got jumped, so Martin did the same. Made it interesting at least.

 

[Mickey Marner]

About Marner being openly criticized, correct?

Yes, or so the rumour goes.