Player Prompt

As someone who was never sure he could even have a professional hockey career, Marton is pleased with his development in the J even as he still feels he has a long way to go. His put up more points each season, already hitting his best marks for goals and points with 9 games left to play. He's also had the honor of consistently playing in the WJC, even earning a gold medal! Both the league and the tournament have moved him around positions and lines, which have really pushed him to learn different elements of the game. He hadn't even pictured himself as a goal scorer or faceoff taker, but he's stepped up when needed in those roles and proven to himself that he's far more capable than his self-talk often says. He was honored to have had Texas management reach out to him about joining the big league early, but he felt there was more to learn and accomplish in the J, a decision that was really honored by Carolina putting the A on his chest for S70.

Looking ahead, he's excited to take everything he's learned over four seasons to the next step. Though looking forward to getting back to his more natural position, his time as a Kraken has helped bring more physical ability into his game while also pushing him to grow in his own image as "the smartest little big guy on the ice." Whether it's goals or grinding that he's asked for, Marton will keep getting better at outwitting, outplaying, and outlasting.