NEW YORK, NEW YORK - DECEMBER 21: Ryan Getzlaf #15 of the Anaheim Ducks skates against against Josh Bailey #12 of the against the New York Islanders sduring their game at Barclays Center on December 21, 2017 in New York City.

Isles' Bailey claims assist lead in loss to Ducks

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Josh Bailey is here to help.

While it wasn't all smiles for the New York Islanders forward Thursday - as his team fell in overtime to the Anaheim Ducks - Bailey continued to build on his career year.

Picking up three assists on the night, Bailey moved into top spot as the NHL assist leader, leapfrogging Jakub Voracek, Blake Wheeler, and Steven Stamkos.

Bailey now has 35 helpers on the season. He finished last year with 13 goals and 43 assists in 82 games.

The 28-year-old picked the perfect time for a breakout, as he can become an unrestricted free agent in July, meaning pay day could be just around the corner.

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