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Youth served as Bailey centers Okposo for Isles
OTTAWA - When Josh Bailey and Kyle Okposo were placed on the same line in rookie minicamp in July, it seemed like a vision of Islanders Future. But it became Islanders Present against Ottawa last night at Scotiabank Place.
Bailey a tad early, but OK
newsday.com — It wasn't exactly a dream debut for Josh Bailey. If there's a way you want to finish... your first NHL game, it's probably not in the penalty box with your team down a goal. (more) Bailey a tad early, but OK
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IllegalCurve.com — ... in Ottawa on Thursday and came away with a 3-1 win.  The Josh Bailey and Kyle Okposo combination sure made Islanders fans feel good about the future. ...

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