The New York Islanders have decided that Josh Ho-Sang is not quite ready for the NHL, reassigning him to the Bridgeport Sound Tigers today. Ho-Sang had been held out of the last two games, both wins by the Islanders.
Ho-Sang, 21, actually had four points through his six games this season, but wasn’t being used anymore as the team had turned to Anthony Beauvillier instead. The Islanders are also expected to get Alan Quine back soon, though he’s likely headed for Bridgeport on a conditioning stint as well. The team now has just 12 forwards on the NHL active roster, meaning a corresponding move is likely coming before their game tomorrow against the Minnesota Wild.
Many thought that Ho-Sang could challenge for the Calder trophy this season as the league’s best rookie, after registering 10 points in 21 games last year. His role was blocked slightly when Jordan Eberle came aboard, but there is certainly still room on this team for his eventual return. The young forward has excellent offensive skill, and is destined to be a key part of an NHL powerplay someday. That day will just have to wait a little longer.