"After beginning his professional career with only 48 points through his first 124 AHL games. Many people were quick to write off Matthew Maggio in his value as a New York Islanders prospect. But this season Maggio has completely turned it around, and the stats are there to prove it. Maggio has turned heads with his play this season. Maggio has started the AHL season with 4 goals and 16 points in his first 21 games."
"Coming out of his last season in the OHL with the Windor Spitfires, Maggio was expected to be a top prospect. This comes partially to his 54 goals and 111 points in only 66 games during his last year with the Spitfires. It was during this season that Maggio was named the OHL's Most Outstanding Player. But unfortunately, Maggio has been quiet through his first two full seasons with Bridgeport."
"Not only can this be a big factor to the big jump in offensive production by Maggio but also helps him become more comfortable. In an interview back in July during Islanders Development Camp, Maggio spoke about his relationship with Thompson. "It's pretty cool dating back and getting to see him again and kind of just catch up," Maggio said. "Talking about our families and stuff, not really even the hockey aspect.""
Matthew Maggio scored only 48 points in his first 124 AHL games, leading to doubts about his prospect status. Maggio produced 54 goals and 111 points in 66 OHL games with Windor, earning OHL Most Outstanding Player. This AHL season he has 4 goals and 16 points in 21 games, pacing to exceed his previous Bridgeport totals. A renewed familiarity with head coach Rocky Thompson, who coached in Windor while Maggio’s father worked as a trainer, has been cited as a factor in increased comfort and offense. Bridgeport’s roster has improved after a 15-50-7 2024-25 campaign.
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