Marc Gatcomb, a former forward for the Kalamazoo Wings, officially made his NHL debut with the New York Islanders, marking a significant milestone in his career. This event is noteworthy as he becomes the 758th former ECHL player to reach the NHL.

Gatcomb's debut came during a matchup against the Ottawa Senators, further emphasizing his achievement as the sixth ex-ECHL player to make his NHL entrance in the ongoing 2024-25 season. Although he had a brief stint with the K-Wings, registering four points in six games during the previous season, his journey has been impressive.

Hailing from Woburn, Massachusetts, Gatcomb has built a respectable AHL career, accumulating 45 points across 146 games with teams like Abbotsford and Bridgeport. His transition from the ECHL to the NHL showcases the potential of players from lesser-known leagues to compete at the highest levels of professional hockey.