The Bridgeport Sound Tigers (New York Islanders) are taking on the Hershey Bears (Washington Capitals) in the first round of the playoffs. It’s the first time since the 2015-2016 season that the Sound Tigers are playoff bound.
With 95 points to their name, Bridgeport had a nice bounce-back season. Chris Bourque led the way in scoring with 54 points (15 goals, 39 assists). As for goals, the leader was veteran Steve Bernier with 24.
Some notable prospects who performed well this year for the Sound Tigers are Otto Koivula, Josh Ho-Sang, and Sebastian Aho.