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And they’re off! Sharks are on their first cross country trip of the season. A chance for the team to bond, and the Eastern Conference pundits to see the mettle of this season’s team teal. The trip starts in Washington, then three games in/near NYC before heading home to host the Kings. Very similar to the five game road trip, that included Boston, last season.
Sharks took care of business in their home opener, with Jones notching a shut out and Marleau with two goals — the only scoring of the game.
First up: Washington Capitals, last season’s home for Joel Ward. (View of Ward’s return from the other side. Ward looking for his first point against the Caps.)
“No goalie has as many shutouts in as few career games as Martin Jones, ever. Eight shutouts in 36 games played.”
Ovechkin is historically an offensive force; 1-1=2 in first game. So the Sharks will need to ensure he’s covered defensively, AND get goals past Holtby (probable starter), to win this one. Coach Trotz was not impressed with the team’s play in their season/home opener, even though they won. But there is pressure on the team to win.
Time to prove that Teal is Real. And should be ranked a better team than the Caps. Caps may have issues on faceoffs after off-season personnel changes.
Sharks morning skate cira 8:30am PT; more will be known about starters and if DeMelo will get his NHL debut scheduled.