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Martin Chromiak became the 100th Slovak player to appear in the NHL after debuting for the Los Angeles Kings in a game against the Buffalo Sabres. The 24-year-old forward entered the league following a dominant start to the season with the Ontario Reign in the AHL.
Chromiak leads Ontario Reign with 8 points in 9 games
The Kings called up the forward from the American Hockey League after he recorded six goals and two assists in his first nine appearances of the season. Chromiak’s recent form included a six-point stretch (4+2) over three games, which earned him the AHL Player of the Week award.
Chromiak led Ontario in goals, shots on goal (35), and game-winning goals (2) prior to his promotion. This surge followed a career-best previous season where he played 71 games and recorded 56 points (28+28), making him the top performer for the Reign.
Did you know? Martin Chromiak was selected by the Los Angeles Kings in the fifth round of the 2020 NHL Draft as the 128th overall pick.
Laviolette cites scoring form for NHL call-up
Kings coach Peter Laviolette credited Chromiak’s ability to find the back of the net in the minor leagues as the driver for his promotion. He’s playing well on the farm, he’s scoring goals,
Laviolette told Kings Insider.
The timing of the call-up coincides with significant injury gaps in the Kings’ forward group. The team is currently without forwards Kevin Fiala, Mats Zuccarello, and Alex Turcotte.
| Category | Career Total (AHL) | Last Season (Personal Best) |
|---|---|---|
| Games Played | 276 | 71 |
| Goals | 82 | 28 |
| Points | 163 | 56 |
Rookie solo and debut performance against Buffalo
Chromiak wore number 42 for his first professional game. He participated in the NHL’s traditional rookie solo, leading the team onto the ice for warmups before the rest of the squad followed. While the Kings ultimately lost 3-2 to the Buffalo Sabres, Chromiak performed well in his limited ice time.
Prior to the Buffalo game, there was uncertainty regarding his immediate deployment. Laviolette initially stated the team did not count on Chromiak for the game against the Ottawa Senators, though he remained in the locker room as a possibility. Club reporter Zach Dooley suggested that Chromiak would benefit from an offensive role, specifically mentioning potential pairings with Quinton Byfield or a spot on the third line rather than the fourth.
Pro Insight: In the AHL, Chromiak has spent six seasons with the Ontario Reign, establishing himself as a consistent offensive threat before breaking into the NHL roster.
Chromiak represents Slovakia in international championships
Beyond the professional ranks, Chromiak has represented Slovakia on the world stage. He has appeared in three IIHF World Championships (2023, 2025, and 2026) and one World Junior Championship in 2021.
Martin Chromiak Debut FAQ
Which team did Martin Chromiak debut for?
He made his debut for the Los Angeles Kings in a game against the Buffalo Sabres.
What is Chromiak’s career record in the AHL?
Across 276 games in the AHL, he has recorded 82 goals and 163 total points.
Why was Chromiak called up to the Kings now?
His call-up was driven by a high-scoring start to the season in the AHL and injuries to Kings forwards Kevin Fiala, Mats Zuccarello, and Alex Turcotte.
Chromiak enters the league as the 100th Slovak to reach the NHL, following six seasons of development in the American Hockey League.