Why was Bridge back in time during "Once A Ranger" ?

[Crimson Soul2]

Originally Posted by PRangerX

Did they try to get the actor for Sky too?

I assume they chose Bridge over Sky due to his popularity. The team-up was meant to be for the older fan base, and Bridge arguably was one of the most liked SPD Ranger during the season's initial run, if not the most liked. Additionally, the reunion team needed a comic relief Ranger, a spot that I don't think Xander could have fit as well as Bridge ended up doing.

Still, I would like to know if there was any official reason why Sky's actor wasn't brought back, if my speculation above isn't accurate (remember, it's only speculation).