Rugged free agent forward Matt Martin agreed to terms on a one-year contract with the New York Islanders on Saturday. Financial terms were not disclosed by the Islanders for Martin, who is the active hits leader in NHL history with 3,

Martin, 35, has 176 points (81 goals and 95 assists) in 955 career games with the Islanders and Toronto Maple Leafs. The Windsor, Ontario native has played in 88 career NHL playoff games, scoring eight goals and five assists for 13 points. Martin is the active all-time hits leader in NHL history with 3,854.

Preview the November 23 New York Islanders vs. St. Louis Blues game with ticket info, start time, stats and TV channel.

From scoring to scrums to goaltending, the Detroit Red Wings are feeling good about themselves after a 5-3 victory over the New Jersey Devils.

For the Detroit Red Wings, three straight losses -- all to teams that made the playoffs last season -- have reminded them the road to becoming a postseason contender will not be a smooth one.