Paul Martin (ice hockey)

Infobox Ice Hockey Player

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image_size=250px
team=New Jersey Devils
former_teams =
league = NHL
position = Defense
shoots = Left
height_ft = 6
height_in = 1
weight_lb = 190
nickname =
nationality = USA
birth_date = Birth date and age|1981|3|5|mf=y
birth_place = Minneapolis, MN, U.S.
draft = 62nd overall
draft_year = 2000
draft_team = New Jersey Devils
career_start = 2003

Paul Martin (born March 5, 1981 in Minneapolis, Minnesota) is a professional ice hockey defenseman.

Playing career

Martin played high school hockey at Elk River High School and was the Mr. Hockey award winner in 2000. He was drafted in the second round, 62nd overall by the New Jersey Devils. He has been playing for the Devils since the 2003-2004 season.

He has sound offensive instincts and a projectable frame. Was part of a winning program at the University of Minnesota, which adds to his pedigree. He helped his school win the 2002 and 2003 NCAA Division I National Championships.

He could have become an unrestricted free agent next year but the New Jersey Devils re-signed Martin to a three-year contract worth more than $11 million. [http://www.mercurynews.com/breakingnews/ci_6640821]

Career statistics

International play

Played for the United States in:

*2008 World Championships

International statistics