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Why Can’t the Sharks Close Out Periods?

Alex Hutton | January 11, 2023

The midway point of the San Jose Sharks 2022-23 season shows a team facing a difficult campaign. They have the fourth-worst point percentage in the NHL and are almost certain…

Categories San Jose Sharks

4 Sharks Whose Performances Are Being Overlooked

Alex Hutton | December 2, 2022

With the San Jose Sharks having completed almost a third of their season, now is a good time to evaluate the team and players thus far. Although they currently sit…

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3 Positives From Sharks’ Impressive Road Trip

The Hockey Writers | November 17, 2022

An impressive three-game win streak to end a difficult four-game road trip projects a faint glimmer of hope for the San Jose Sharks season. After concluding the road swing with…

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3 Underrated Sharks Going Into the 2022-23 Season

Andrew Stille | August 29, 2022

The San Jose Sharks are entering the 2022-23 season with a slew of new faces. On top of new management, the players have also seen a shakeup, bringing hope to…

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San Jose Sharks News & Rumors: Marleau, Karlsson, Burns & More

Colton Pankiw | May 11, 2022

In this edition of San Jose Sharks News & Rumors, Patrick Marleau has announced his retirement after an incredible 23-year career. In other news, Elliotte Friedman reported on Sportsnet this…

Categories Column, News and Rumors, San Jose Sharks

San Jose Sharks News & Rumors: Hertl, Thornton, Middleton & More

Colton Pankiw | March 17, 2022

In this edition of San Jose Sharks News & Rumors, Tomas Hertl is off the trade board, as he signed a lengthy extension on Wednesday afternoon. That doesn’t mean the…

Categories News and Rumors, San Jose Sharks

3 Takeaways From the Sharks’ OT Loss vs. Vancouver

Scott Linesburgh | February 19, 2022

The San Jose Sharks looked much better against the Vancouver Canucks compared to their listless performance versus the Edmonton Oilers. But that wasn’t enough to secure San Jose’s first win…

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San Jose Sharks’ 2022 NHL Free Agency Preview

Andrew Stille | February 12, 2022

The San Jose Sharks have been struggling for salary cap space for a long time. Since Erik Karlsson signed his eight-year contract in 2019, the Sharks have been near the…

Categories Free Agents, San Jose Sharks

San Jose Sharks’ Trade Deadline History

Victor Nuño | February 11, 2022

In their 30-year history in the NHL, the San Jose Sharks have made a plethora of deals at the trade deadline. Like most teams, some have worked out well, and…

Categories Hockey History, Sharks History

Sharks Face Tough Decision on Alexander Barabanov

Josh Frojelin | February 8, 2022

At the 2021 NHL Trade Deadline, the San Jose Sharks were possibly the most active team. They twice played the “middle-man,” taking on 25 percent of Matias Janmark’s and Nick…

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San Jose Sharks News & Rumors: Kane, Hertl, Barabanov

Colton Pankiw | January 13, 2022

In this edition of San Jose Sharks News & Rumors, the team terminated the contract of Evander Kane on Sunday for violating COVID-19 protocols. Meanwhile, rumors continue to swirl about…

Categories Column, News and Rumors, San Jose Sharks

4 Sharks Free Agents Most Likely to Return Next Season

Victor Nuño | December 27, 2021

The 2022 offseason should be an interesting one for the San Jose Sharks. After two straight disappointing seasons, the team appears to be at least a playoff contender at this…

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