NEWARK — For now, left wing Andrew Ladd and defenseman Thomas Hickey are happy to be practicing with the Islanders. Worrying about reclaiming their lineup spots will come later.
The two were on the ice for the Islanders’ optional morning skate before Thursday night’s game against the Devils at Prudential Center and were made available to the media despite being on injured reserve.
Ladd and Hickey also participated in full team practices on Monday and Wednesday, their first since going on IR.
“The biggest thing is I want to get back where I can contribute,” said Hickey, out with a suspected head injury since Dec.