Forward Josh Ho-Sang has been recalled by the New York Islanders

from the Bridgeport Sound Tigers.

BRIDGEP ORT—

Forward Josh Ho-Sang has been recalled by the New York Islanders from the team’s

Christopher Gibson has been returned on loan to Bridgeport.



In 26 games this season, Ho-Sang, 22, leads the Sound Tigers in scoring this season with 22 points (two goals, 20 assists) in 26 games. He became the first AHL player to reach the 20-assist mark and currently ranks second in the league in helpers.



Ho-Sang has 89 points (20 goals, 69 assists) in 126 career AHL games with the Sound Tigers. In previous stints with the Islanders, the 22-year-old forward has totaled 22 points (six goals, 16 assists) in 43 National Hockey League contests. Ho-Sang, who made his pro debut with Bridgeport on Oct. 15, 2016, first played in the NHL late that season (March 2, 2017).



Prior to turning pro, Ho-Sang logged 292 points (82 goals, 210 assists) in 256 games in junior hockey with the Windsor Spitfires and Niagara IceDogs of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) from 2012-16. The Thornhill, Ontario native registered 82 points (19 goals, 63 assists) in 66 games last season, leading Niagara and ranking 15th in the OHL's scoring race. He also finished sixth in assists. The Toronto native was selected by the Islanders in the first round (#28 overall) of the 2014 NHL Entry Draft.



In a corresponding roster move, goaltender Christopher Gibson

has been returned from the Isles to the Sound Tigers.

Gibson has played 14 games with the Sound Tigers this season, going 7-3-3 with a 3.34 goals-against-average and .885 save percentage. Overall, he is 4-0-3 in his last seven starts in the Park City. A native of Finland, the 25-year-old netminder has played one game with the Islanders this season, turning aside six of the seven shots taken at him in a relief appearance last Thursday at Pittsburgh.



On Deck



The Sound Tigers will travel up I-95 to challenge the Providence Bruins on Friday. First puc drops at 7:05 p.m. at the Dunkin’ Donuts Center. Fans can follow all of the live action via the AHL affiliate, the Bridgeport Sound Tigers. In addition, goaltenderhas been returned on loan to Bridgeport.In 26 games this season, Ho-Sang, 22, leads the Sound Tigers in scoring this season with 22 points (two goals, 20 assists) in 26 games. He became the first AHL player to reach the 20-assist mark and currently ranks second in the league in helpers.Ho-Sang has 89 points (20 goals, 69 assists) in 126 career AHL games with the Sound Tigers. In previous stints with the Islanders, the 22-year-old forward has totaled 22 points (six goals, 16 assists) in 43 National Hockey League contests. Ho-Sang, who made his pro debut with Bridgeport on Oct. 15, 2016, first played in the NHL late that season (March 2, 2017).Prior to turning pro, Ho-Sang logged 292 points (82 goals, 210 assists) in 256 games in junior hockey with the Windsor Spitfires and Niagara IceDogs of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) from 2012-16. The Thornhill, Ontario native registered 82 points (19 goals, 63 assists) in 66 games last season, leading Niagara and ranking 15th in the OHL's scoring race. He also finished sixth in assists. The Toronto native was selected by the Islanders in the first round (#28 overall) of the 2014 NHL Entry Draft.Gibson has played 14 games with the Sound Tigers this season, going 7-3-3 with a 3.34 goals-against-average and .885 save percentage. Overall, he is 4-0-3 in his last seven starts in the Park City. A native of Finland, the 25-year-old netminder has played one game with the Islanders this season, turning aside six of the seven shots taken at him in a relief appearance last Thursday at Pittsburgh.The Sound Tigers will travel up I-95 to challenge the Providence Bruins on Friday. First puc drops at 7:05 p.m. at the Dunkin’ Donuts Center. Fans can follow all of the live action via the

Sound Tigers Radio Network and AHLTV , beginning with the pregame show at 6:45 p.m.



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oliday Gift Weekend





The Sound Tigers return to Webster Bank Arena next weekend against two division rivals—the Springfield Thunderbirds on Saturday at 7 p.m., followed by a 3 p.m. matchup vs. the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins on Sunday. With the purchase of a ticket, fans will be automatically entered to win some prize giveaways, including a VIP suite to an upcoming game, Sound Tigers apparel, team signed items, and items from the Tigers’ local partners. In addition, fans are welcomed to take pictures with Santa and Ms. Claus during each game. For tickets, please click

Upcoming Promos

In addition, the Sound Tigers are offering a wide-ranging promotional schedule throughout the 2018-19 season, including: