SPENCER MARTIN NEWS

Pressed into action Wednesday Martin allowed a goal on three shots in relief of Pyotr Kochetkov (undisclosed) in Wednesday's 4-1 loss to Utah.

Impact Martin played 10:55 of the contest and was pulled for an extra attacker as the Hurricanes tried to mount a comeback. This was Martin's second appearance of the season, and he's allowed six goals on 31 shots. If Kochetkov misses time and Frederik Andersen (lower body) remains out, Martin would likely take over in goal, while the Hurricanes could call up Yaniv Perets from AHL Chicago to fill the backup role.

NOVEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Utah scores 3 goals in 2 1/2 minutes in 3rd, Vejmelka has 49 saves in 4-1 win over Hurricanes

Nick Bjugstad scored his second goal of the game to cap the Utah Hockey Club’s three-goal flurry in a 2 1/2-minute span of the third period in a 4-1 victory over the Carolina Hurri...

NOVEMBER 14 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Summoned from minors Martin was recalled from AHL Chicago on Monday.

Impact Martin is back with the big club after a brief trip to the minors Sunday. He made 23 saves on 28 shots in Saturday's 6-4 loss to Colorado. Due to the absence of Frederik Andersen (lower body), 'Martin will probably occupy the backup role behind Pyotr Kochetkov in Monday's road game against Vegas.

NOVEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Reassigned to AHL Martin was reassigned to AHL Chicago on Sunday.

Impact Martin will head back to the minors following his season debut with the Canes on Saturday, where he allowed five goals in a 6-4 loss to Colorado. If Frederik Andersen (lower body) can't return prior to Carolina's next game Monday, Martin will likely be recalled to backup Pyotr Kochetkov.

NOVEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Not great in season debut Martin gave up five goals on 28 shots in Saturday's 6-4 loss to the Hurricanes. The sixth goal was an empty-netter.

Impact Martin hadn't played at any level in over two weeks, and the Hurricanes traveled to Colorado earlier Saturday due to bad weather in Denver, so there were some extenuating circumstances in this performance. Still, the 29-year-old netminder didn't make a great first impression in his season debut. Martin will likely continue to serve as backup to Pyotr Kochetkov moving forward, at least until Frederik Andersen (lower body) can get back in action. If Martin is still with the big club next weekend, he may be called on for a start in a back-to-back at home -- the Hurricanes face the Senators next Saturday and the Blues next Sunday after wrapping up their road trip this week.

NOVEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Avalanche score 5 goals in second period and end Hurricanes' 8-game win streak, 6-4

Nathan MacKinnon had a goal and three assists, Mikko Rantanen had two goals and an assist, and the Colorado Avalanche beat Carolina 6-4 on Saturday night, snapping the Hurricanes’...

NOVEMBER 10 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Set for season debut Martin will start on the road versus the Avalanche on Saturday, Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site reports.

Impact Martin will make his season debut in this contest. He has been on the NHL roster since Oct. 28, filling in as backup to Pyotr Kochetkov in the absence of Frederik Andersen (lower body). The Avalanche have averaged 3.29 goals per game this season despite a mediocre 6-8-0 record.

NOVEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Called up by Carolina Martin was recalled from AHL Chicago on Monday.

Impact Martin made 19 appearances in the NHL last year between Columbus and Carolina, and he logged a 7-9-2 record, 3.30 GAA and .889 save percentage. He'll rejoin the Hurricanes ahead of Monday's game against the Canucks, but it seems unlikely that he'll see much playing time as long as Frederik Andersen and Pyotr Kochetkov are healthy.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Heads to minors Martin was assigned to AHL Chicago on Sunday.

Impact The Hurricanes also included goaltenders Yaniv Perets and Ruslan Khazheyev in Sunday's roster cuts by sending them to the minors. Predictably, Carolina will enter the 2024-25 campaign with Frederik Andersen and Pyotr Kochetkov as the top two netminders.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Lands on waivers Martin was placed on waivers by the Hurricanes on Wednesday, Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site reports.

Impact Martin has already been named to the Canes' preseason roster to face Nashville on Wednesday, so he figures to serve at least as the backup in that contest. With 57 games of NHL experience, in which he posted a 21-26-7 record to go with a 3.52 GAA, the 29-year-old netminder could draw some interest on the waiver wire. If he goes unclaimed, Martin will likely be sent down at some point before Opening Night against the Lighting on Oct. 11, though it may not happen immediately.

OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Slated to start Saturday Martin is expected to start on the road against Florida in Saturday's preseason game, per David Dwork of The Hockey News.

Impact Martin had a 7-9-2 record, 3.30 GAA and .889 save percentage in 19 regular-season games between Columbus and Carolina in 2023-24. He might start the upcoming campaign on the Hurricanes' roster, but in the awkward position of being the No. 3 netminder behind Pyotr Kochetkov and Frederik Andersen.

SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Routed by former team Martin turned aside 19 shots in Tuesday's 6-3 loss to the Blue Jackets.

Impact Facing the team he played 13 games for earlier this season, Martin had a rough finish to the regular season. The 28-year-old netminder is likely done for the season, with Frederik Andersen and Pyotr Kocketkov more than capable of handling duties in the crease during the playoffs. Over 19 outings between Columbus and Carolina, Martin posted a 3.30 GAA and .889 save percentage to go along with his 3.30 GAA and .889 save percentage.

APRIL 17 • ROTOWIRE

Starting in Columbus Martin will guard the road goal Tuesday against the Blue Jackets, Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site reports.

Impact Martin will make his first appearance between the pipes since stopping 20 shots in a 4-2 win over Columbus on Feb. 29. The 28-year-old netminder has a 4-0-1 record with a 1.97 GAA and a .922 save percentage in five starts with the Hurricanes. Columbus is tied for 26th in the league this campaign with 2.81 goals per contest.

APRIL 16 • ROTOWIRE

Hurricanes G Spencer Martin signs 1-year extension Carolina Hurricanes goaltender Spencer Martin agreed to terms on a one-year, $775,000 contract extension through the 2024-25 season, the tea...

MARCH 16 • SUNHERALD.COM

Signs one-year deal Martin has inked a one-year, $775,000 contract extension with Carolina on Saturday, according to Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site.

Impact Martin has come a long way since being claimed off waivers from Columbus on Jan. 19. The netminder is 4-0-1 with the Hurricanes, and he has given up only 10 goals on 129 shots (.922 save percentage). Martin is extra protection, as the injury-prone Frederik Andersen has one year remaining after this season, on his contract, while Pyotr Kochetkov is expected to at least share the starting crease in Carolina next season.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

Revenge win in Columbus Martin made 20 saves in Thursday's 4-2 win over the Blue Jackets.

Impact Waived by Columbus in January, Martin got some revenge against the club he spent the first few months of the season with. The 28-year-old netminder has yet to take a regulation loss as a Hurricane, going 4-0-1 with a 1.97 GAA and .922 save percentage, but with Frederik Andersen (illness) nearing his return, Martin could be exposed to waivers once again or flipped to another club at the trade deadline.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Slated to start Thursday Martin is set to start on the road versus Columbus on Thursday, Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site reports.

Impact Martin has saved 73 of 79 shots (.924 save percentage) to post a 2-0-1 record over his past three starts. While that's a strong stretch, he's 6-8-2 with a rough 3.21 GAA and .895 save percentage across 17 contests overall. The Blue Jackets, who are tied for 22nd offensively with 2.91 goals per game, so be a favorable matchup for the hot goaltender.

FEBRUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Falls in shootout Martin allowed two goals on 32 shots in a 3-2 shootout loss to the Sabres.

Impact Martin was sharp Sunday, holding Buffalo to a Jeff Skinner power-play tally in the second period and an Owen Power marker in the final frame. However, the 28-year-old netminder would ultimately take the loss in a shootout. It's the first loss for Martin in four starts since joining Carolina. Overall, Martin's 6-8-2 with an .895 save percentage and 3.21 GAA across 17 appearances between the Hurricanes and Blue Jackets this season.

FEBRUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Tending twine Sunday Martin will guard the road net Sunday against Buffalo, per Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site.

Impact Martin will get the second half of Carolina's back-to-back after Pyotr Kochetkov played in Saturday's 2-1 loss to Dallas. The 28-year-old Martin has stopped 69 of 75 shots en route to winning his previous three starts with the Hurricanes. Buffalo is tied for 21st in the league this campaign with 2.91 goals per contest.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Sloppy in win Martin stopped 14 of 17 shots in Monday's 6-3 win over the Blackhawks.

Impact Martin didn't have the best of outings, but the Hurricanes' offense had four goals on the board before the Blackhawks scored. Two of the three goals against Martin came on Chicago power plays. The 28-year-old has won all three of his starts as a Hurricanes, stopping 69 of 75 shots in those games. He's at 6-8-1 with a 3.31 GAA and an .892 save percentage over 16 appearances between the Hurricanes and the Blue Jackets this season. Pyotr Kochetkov, who was battling an illness but was well enough to serve as backup Monday, will likely get the nod in goal Thursday versus the Panthers.

FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Between pipes Monday Martin will tend the twine at home versus the Blackhawks on Monday, Chip Alexander of The Raleigh News & Observer reports.

Impact Martin will be making consecutive starts for the for the first time since mid-November. The 28-year-old netminder is coming off a solid 29-save win over the Golden Knights on Saturday. Martin is already seeing minimal usage in the crease and will likely see even fewer opportunities once Frederik Andersen (illness) is cleared to return.

FEBRUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps Vegas in check Martin stopped 29 of 30 shots in Saturday's 3-1 win over the Golden Knights.

Impact Martin showed little rust, allowing just a Jonathan Marchessault tally midway through the first period. The 28-year-old Martin has won both of his appearances as a Hurricane, stopping 55 of 58 shots against the Bruins and the Golden Knights. The goalie is up to 5-8-1 with a 3.34 GAA and an .895 save percentage through 15 appearances between the Hurricanes and the Blue Jackets. Playing behind a stout Carolina defense seems to be helping him, but he'll likely remain in the backup role behind Pyotr Kochetkov until one of Frederik Andersen (blood clotting issue) or Antti Raanta (lower body) can return.

FEBRUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Starting in Vegas Martin will protect the road goal versus the Golden Knights on Saturday, Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site reports.

Impact Martin will get the second half of the back-to-back after Pyotr Kochetkov picked up a 5-1 win over the Coyotes on Friday. Martin won his last appearance, a 3-2 victory over the Bruins, in his Hurricanes debut. He hasn't seen much playing time as the Hurricanes' backup goalie since he was claimed off waivers from the Blue Jackets, and he'll have a tough opponent for his first action in over three weeks.

FEBRUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up win Martin stopped 26 of 28 shots in Wednesday's 3-2 win over the Bruins.

Impact What a start for Martin in his Hurricanes debut. He stood tall against the mighty Bruins, keeping them at bay for two periods, saving all 15 shots, until Brad Marchand scored back-to-back goals in the final period to make it 2-2. Jordan Martinook eventually scored the game winner to seal the win for Carolina. Martin finished with .929 save percentage and kicked out all four power-play shots by Boston. After being claimed on waivers from Columbus, Martin is doing his best to stick with Carolina as the backup to Antti Raanta.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Making team debut Martin will guard the road goal versus the Bruins on Wednesday, Conor Ryan of The Boston Globe reports.

Impact Martin will make his Hurricanes debut Wednesday, though he'll have a tough matchup. The 28-year-old went a poor 3-8-1 with a 3.65 GAA and an .887 save percentage in 13 games before he was waived by Columbus on Thursday and claimed by Carolina a day later. Martin figures to back up Antti Raanta until Fredeirk Andersen (blood clotting issue) or Pyotr Kochetkov (concussion) is ready to return to the crease.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE