Porter Martone – 2025 NHL Draft Prospect Profile

This season alone, Martone has continued to improve his stock as a prospect as he always has that knack for having a strong balance of skill, physical play and a winning mentality. That is his trademark as he leads by example, doing whatever it takes to have a significant impact for his team. He plays a physical and intense brand of hockey, always playing a great amount of pace in the offensive zone, getting under opponents’ skin, mixing it up and making a living in front of the net. Whenever he has the chance, he won’t pass up laying the body as he can make heavy, punishing hits as he has that mean side and edge to his game.

Martone isn’t the quickest skater and he does need to improve his agility and footspeed, but he makes up for it with his deceptive and high-end puck control. He’s a nightmare for defenders as he’s difficult to contain with his hands in tight spaces and ability to get around players with ease. His size allows him to shield the puck extremely well, driving to the high danger area and power through to the open ice. He excels at making and executing plays in tight, drawing a number of players in to open things up. He’s an effective playmaker as he’s always spotting seams and making crisp tape-to-tape passes. 

He has a lethal shot from mid-range, showing great power in his release but he also can do a lot of damage in front of the net. He shows the ability to fight and battle for second chance opportunities, digging for pucks and using his quick hands to get free and convert on his scoring chances. He’s always making himself available as an option as he can easily bully his way to that spot with ease. He has 32 goals this season, but his decision making when shooting can be better as there are times where he forces shots when there isn’t a prime scoring chance. Though, the power, accuracy and skilled plays to score goals are already there.

His play away from the puck shows a lot of promise as well, showing that ability to backcheck and pressure opponents. While he can look to be a bit more consistent off the puck, he shows great awareness and the ability to be in the right spot to anticipate plays and regain possession. 

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Porter Martone- NHL Draft Projection

While the first overall conversation might be a longshot after a scorching hot start to the season, Martone should still hear his name early on in the draft. Most outlets don’t have him any lower than the fourth spot, which would be an ideal spot to take him given his power-forward game, leadership presence and mindset. No matter who selects him, they’re getting a player that’s a hard worker and brings a winning mindset.

Quotables

“He’s really hard to defend. Martone’s bag of tricks is seemingly endless. He’s able to feint and misdirect with nearly every part of his body. Better yet, who needs a bag of tricks, when you can just bulldoze your opposition instead? That’s the challenge OHL defenders have to deal with every time the 6-3 Martone has an offensive opportunity.” – David Sadd, Dobber Prospects

“With a rare combination of size, skill, and mentality that makes him a highly craved prospect. Martone has shown the traits of a dominant power forward with a strong offensive toolkit, an imposing physical presence, and a knack for making game-changing plays.” – Neutral Zone 

“Martone is the epitome of highly skilled power forwards. His ability to blend power and skill has made for a number of highly entertaining moments this season when watching him play.” – Tony Ferrari, The Hockey News 

“I think his defensive game has taken nice steps forward this year, too. His skating still leaves a bit to be desired, I don’t think it’s going to hurt him at the next level – he’s so good with and without the puck that I think he’ll be a 70-plus point power forward.” – Steven Ellis, Daily Faceoff 

Strengths 

Under Construction- Improvements to Make

NHL Potential

Martone has the qualities that any team wants in a highly competitive, skilled and strong power forward that mirrors Brady and Matthew Tkachuk. As we’ve seen come playoff time from other players, he’ll be a player that will thrive in those big moments. He’s an excellent leader, shows great drive and a winning mentality every time. He can be a shooting and playmaking threat at five-on-five and on the power play and vision and anticipation can be a factor on the penalty kill.

Risk- Reward Analysis

Risk- 1.5/5, Reward 4.5/5

Fantasy Hockey Potential

Offense- 8/10, Defense 7/10

Awards/ Achievements

Martone has already represented and excelled with Team Canada internationally, especially last year. He started it off with a gold medal at the Hlinka Gretzky Cup and captained Canada to a gold medal at the World U18 Championship. He has another U18 bronze medal from 2023. 

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