MSU hockey stars sign NHL deals with Red Wings, Flyers

Goalie Trey Augustine inks with Detroit, forward Porter Martone joins Philadelphia

Mar. 31, 2026 at 9:58pm

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Michigan State standouts Trey Augustine and Porter Martone have signed NHL entry-level contracts, with Augustine joining the Detroit Red Wings and Martone signing with the Philadelphia Flyers. The two Spartans inked their pro deals after MSU's recent NCAA Tournament appearance.

Why it matters

The signings of Augustine and Martone represent a major milestone for the Michigan State hockey program, which has produced several NHL draft picks in recent years but struggled to get players directly into the pro ranks. Their contracts demonstrate the continued growth and competitiveness of the Spartans' hockey team.

The details

Augustine, a junior goaltender, signed a three-year entry-level deal with the Red Wings after being selected by the team in the second round of the 2023 NHL Draft. Martone, a forward, signed with the Flyers organization following his standout career at MSU.

  • Augustine signed his contract with the Red Wings on March 31, 2026, shortly after Michigan State's NCAA Tournament run ended.
  • Martone signed his deal with the Flyers on the same day as Augustine.

The players

Trey Augustine

A junior goaltender for the Michigan State Spartans hockey team who was drafted by the Detroit Red Wings in 2023 and has now signed an entry-level contract with the NHL club.

Porter Martone

A forward for the Michigan State Spartans hockey team who has signed an entry-level contract with the Philadelphia Flyers organization.

Detroit Red Wings

The NHL team that drafted Trey Augustine in 2023 and has now signed him to an entry-level contract.

Philadelphia Flyers

The NHL team that has signed Michigan State forward Porter Martone to an entry-level contract.

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What they’re saying

“This is a dream come true to sign with the Red Wings. I'm excited to take the next step in my career and contribute to such a storied franchise.”

— Trey Augustine, Goaltender

“Joining the Flyers organization is an incredible opportunity. I can't wait to get to work and prove myself at the pro level.”

— Porter Martone, Forward

What’s next

Augustine and Martone will now report to their respective NHL teams' development camps this summer to begin preparing for the 2026-27 season.

The takeaway

The signings of Augustine and Martone demonstrate the continued growth and competitiveness of the Michigan State hockey program, which has produced several NHL draft picks in recent years but struggled to get players directly into the pro ranks until now.