The New York Rangers have called up one of their top prospects just in case veteran Chris Kreider is unable to play Tuesday against the Islanders because of injury.

Chris Kreider’s injury could be more serious than originally anticipated and there’s one hint to lead us to that conclusion.

Othmann is called up to fill the spot as the Rangers await updates on Kreider's upper-body injury. Kreider is day-to-day, and Othmann’s performance in the AHL proves he could make an impact. The Rangers are two points away from a wild-card spot.