All Entries Tagged With: "Frazer McLaren"
Come a Long Way
The San Jose Sharks off-season is one defined by a team that could be dramatically changed by just a few minor moves. However, instead of harping on the “inevitable” defenseman acquisition that the Sharks still need, let’s focus on an area that use to be their biggest weakness. In the past the Sharks were a [...]
Sharks roster taking shape
The San Jose Sharks filled their goaltender vacancy by signing 30-year-old Antero Niittymaki to a 2-year deal worth $4 million. Niittymaki will get a shot at the Sharks starting job in goal and he’s had experience in that position, at least more so than either Thomas Greiss or Alex Stalock. When the Sharks were eliminated [...]
Sharks Forward Depth: Best in franchise history?
The San Jose Sharks have become notorious regular season studs. Then comes the even more well-known playoff duds label. Each year the excuse is different, but one trend in particular stayed the same. The team never had secondary scoring, nor did it’s third and fourth lines have much of an identity. Last season the Sharks [...]
“Globetrotters” blow late lead for Sharks, lose in shootout
The San Jose Sharks blew a 2-1 lead to the St. Louis Blues with just over 6 seconds left in the game, and would eventually lose in the shootout (2-1). To make matters worse, the tying goal surrendered occurred while the Sharks were on a power play. Sharks coach Todd McLellan refers to his first [...]
Short Canada trip gets Sharks to 40 points first
It’s not exactly the record pace they set last season, but the San Jose Sharks again find themselves at the top of the NHL standings. With a 5-4 shootout victory against Edmonton on Friday and a 4-2 win over Vancouver tonight the Fins became the first team to reach the 40 point plateau. The Edmonton [...]
All Aboard The Worcester Express
During his remodeling project over the summer, San Jose Sharks GM Doug Wilson expressed the need for the organization’s young prospects to take the next step to the NHL level. Many players entered training camp for the first time, knowing that there were spots available on the opening day roster. Some of the players have [...]
