In my next New York Islanders review, I have selected Josh Bailey. This review, in the opinion of this reporter, may start some people to near-riot conditions.
There are factions that like the former first-round pick from Bowmanville, Ontario; and some, well, not so much. I’ll do my best to leave my fandom at the door and try to be as objective as possible here.
The Good
During the mid-point of last season, Bailey was moved onto a line with Anders Lee and John Tavares. Immediately, the line gelled, causing both Bailey and Lee to have career years.