Just when you thought it was safe to assume the Islanders were starting to put more stock in their youth, they bring back an old favorite (of the coaching staff, that is).
The team agreed to terms on a one-year two-way contract with Steve Bernier this morning, for reasons unknown. It could be mainly for the sake of the Sound Tigers or it could be for an extra forward role with the big club.
The problem is, they already have more forwards than they know what to do with. Rookie Mathew Barzal hasn’t played since game two against the Capitals because the center is unsuited to the wing, according to Jack Capuano.