In January, the Bears were dead last in the AHL’s Atlantic Division. On Thursday they can move on to the second round of the AHL playoffs, if they’re able to come away with a win over the New York Islanders‘ AHL affiliate Bridgeport Sound Tigers.
Bridgeport coach Brent Thompson elected not to shake up his lineup Tuesday night. And to be fair, the options are limited.
Captain Ben Holmstrom sustained a head injury in the Tigers last regular season game. Veteran Mike Sislo, who with Matt Lorito was signed by Lou for moments just like this, will likely not be able to play in this series.