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Barracuda @ Reign 151111

Barracuda start out on a seven game road trip. This week, it’s three games in SoCal, starting with the Reign on Wednesday, and the Gulls on Friday and Saturday.

The Sharks recalled Karlsson, Goldobin and Mueller (for their 6-game road trip).

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The Reign came out and scored two on Dell in the first. The Barracuda halved the deficit in the second, but even with an extended 5-on-3 PP, they were not able to tie it up before the end of regulation.

Sharks vs Islanders 151110

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The good news from Saturday’s game? Jones/Sharks didn’t let Anaheim score more than one goal.

The bad news? Sharks didn’t score any goals. Oh, they were close a few times, including a “off the post” that was originally called a goal, but reversed after review.

The worst news? The Sharks still haven’t scored a power play goal at home.

Time to put that behind and look forward to playing the Islanders, and get some revenge for the loss in Barclay Center last month. This is the last Sharks home game for a few weeks as the team will set out on a six-game, cross country road trip. (The next home game will be against Chicago the evening before Thanksgiving.)

After Saturday’s game, Cundari, Goldobin, Lerg were assigned to the AHL Barracuda. Melker Karlsson has been looking good in the AHL after a pre-camp injury, and could see a recall before the Sharks head out on the road. And he was recalled Monday; he practiced on the third line. Smith is still out. (With the Barracuda heading out on an extended road trip themselves starting on Tuesday in SoCal, I’m thinking there may be some additional recalls for an extra forward or two and a defenseman for the road trip.) Monday night was the annual Sharks and Strikes bowling charity fundraiser.

The Islanders hosted the Bruins Sunday, losing 1-2, their second loss in a row. On Monday, they called up Adam Pelech (younger brother of former Shark Matt Pelech); he could make his NHL debut against the Sharks. The Islanders (7-5-3) head to California for a 3-game trip, landing in San Jose first. The Islanders are looking for offense on this trip.

Sharks need to get out of their two-game losing slump and extend the Islanders’. Including the AHL Barracuda, in the six games so far this month, there are only two wins on home ice.

Update: Goldobin and Mueller recalled Tuesday morning. Jones confirmed as Sharks starter. Former Shark Thomas Greiss named starter for Islanders; no word if the other former Shark on Islanders roster, Steve Bernier, will be in lineup.

Barracuda vs Condors 151108

The ‘Cuda are back at it after a Saturday loss.

This time, against the Bakersfield Condors, affiliate of the NHL Edmonton Oilers.

Sharks have assigned Cundari, Goldobin and Lerg back to Barracuda, so all could be in the line up this afternoon. Goldobin played the NHL game Saturday night, the other two were healthy scratches.

Condors played the Stockton Heat on Friday, practiced in San Jose (Sharks Ice) on Saturday, in preparation for today’s game.

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Barracuda scored 35 seconds in, fell behind after Condors scored two, tied it up, but the Condors took the lead for good before the end of the first period. And Dell was replaced at the intermission; Grosenick went the rest of the game. But the ‘Cuda were not able to score anything more, while the Condors added two more.

‘Cuda get the day off Monday, before practicing Tuesday and starting out on their first leg of their 7-game road trip. (Southern California — Ontario and San Diego — for three games this coming weekend. Then Central California — Bakersfield and Stockton — individual “day” trips. Finally two games cross country to Charlotte, returning just in time for Thanksgiving dinner.

Barracuda vs Gulls 151107

Six days off since their last game, and first home win, the Barracuda are hosting San Diego (again).

Saturday’s afternoon game is a double first: Teddy Bear toss and first Barracuda-Sharks double header (Sharks are playing the Gulls parent, the Anaheim Ducks).

Goodrow is in the AHL to work on his game. Karlsson is expected to play this weekend, hopefully on Saturday (and Sunday). Lerg, Haley and Goldobin are up in the NHL; Steffes has been signed to a PTO.

The Gulls lost to the Reign on Thursday.

Stollery returned to Barracuda; Cundari recalled.

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Goodrow scored to send teddy bears flying to the ice (including 7′ huge one). And the AHL made a new rule (which shall be known as the Barclay Goodrow rule).

Grosenick had some awesome moves, including this one.

But the team gave up 3 goals and was only able to score two. Sigh.

(Reported that 20 NHL scouts were in the building for the game; game was early enough in the day that scouts could easily make it to Stockton for 7pm game. Gackle tweeted that all 5 AHL teams are playing in NorCal this weekend, so that might be one reason for the large #.)

Sharks vs Ducks 151107

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A coach’s challenge denied Joonas Donskoi (originally drafted by Florida) his first NHL career two-goal game, but the Sharks pulled out a 5-2 win over the visiting Florida Panthers, with Stalock getting his first win of the season. It was the first home win over the Panthers since 2005! Pavelski did extend his points streak (7 games), but his goal streak ended at 5 games. Fans are still waiting for the first home PPG of the season. Sharks scored first this game, a rarity this season.

This is the second game of a double header at SAP Center on Saturday. In the afternoon, the AHL San Jose Barracuda (affiliate of the Sharks) take on the AHL San Diego Gulls (affiliate of the Ducks).

Optional practice on Friday for the Sharks, with Torres, Brown and Jones being the only players on the ice. Brown was wearing a cage, but hopes to be able to get back in the lineup for Saturday (he sat the entire 3rd period on Tuesday, did have some shifts in 2nd after his first period fight; so have to assume the reason for the cage is related to that fight; missed Thursday’s game).

Ducks are hosting the Columbus Blue Jackets Friday evening, so will be flying in after that game for Saturday’s game. Ryan Getzlaf is expected to return from appendectomy for Friday’s game. They won the game, with three goals being first for the season for the respective players.

Last season, the Sharks owned the Ducks. So far, the Sharks are 1-0 over the Ducks. Anderson played Friday, so it could be KHUDOBIN for Saturday’s game in net for the Ducks.

Update: Jones starting for Sharks. Brown back in the lineup. Stollery assigned to Barracuda; Cundari recalled.

Sharks vs Panthers 151105

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Pavelski did score two goals against the Blue Jackets, but the Sharks have yet to score a power play goal at home this season. Columbus got a few lucky bounces, and never gave the Sharks a lead all game. Jones was pulled after giving up 4 goals in two periods; Stalock gave up no goals in his relief period.

The team sent Barclay Goodrow and Karl Stollery to the AHL Barracuda on Wednesday. The team did not get on the ice Wednesday for practice. On Thursday, Nikolay Goldobin and Micheal Haley were recalled from the AHL Barracuda. Stalock is scheduled to start.

Today, the Florida Panthers (5-4-3) come to the Tank. They lost last night in a shootout 3-2 in Anaheim. Luongo played last night, so Montoya is the expected starter. Seemingly ageless wonder Jaromir Jagr is the player to watch for Florida. Or the former Shark Brian Campbell on the blueline.

Sharks vs Blue Jackets 151103

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After splitting back-to-back games over the weekend, the Sharks return home and host the Columbus Blue Jackets on Tuesday. Burns scored two and the team needed the ENG Pavelski scored as the Avalanche came back late and scored to make it a one goal game.

The Sharks had an optional practice on Monday with Jones, Stalock, Torres and Smith on the ice, under the watchful eyes of Hedberg and Marchment.

Tuesday will be the first (of 3 scheduled) game(s) that the team will wear the 25th anniversary Heritage Jerseys.

The Blue Jackets flew into San Jose early on Sunday. On Monday, (new) coach Tortorella refused to indicate who his starter would be against the Sharks, nor who the scratches might be. Their confidence is being questioned. What/how can you fix things, when everything seems to be broken?

Even though Columbus is 2-10 for October, their worst month in franchise history, and at the bottom of the Metropolitan Division and the entire league in standings, the Sharks are not taking the team lightly. Injuries pulled them down last year, and on paper they have a much better team this season.

Patrick Marleau is sitting at 996 points. Teammates and coaches are impressed with his long career.

Barracuda v Reign 151101

The Barracuda had more than a week off. Mueller, Lerg and McCarthy returned from NHL. Helewka, 2015 draft pick, returned to his WHL team for the season. Mueller was recalled for Sharks 10/28 game and returned. Lerg and DeMelo were called up 10/30 for Sharks weekend games. Karlsson has missed a few days of practice, continuing to heal up from training camp injury.

The Barracuda are still looking for their first win on home ice.

The Reign are coming off a 1-2 OTL home loss Saturday against the Rampage. So the Barracuda will have the benefit of being the rested team.

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And on a Sunday afternoon, the Barracuda finally get their first home win. Whew.

And Mirco Mueller became the first goal by a Barracuda defenseman this season.

The team has Monday off. Next game will be Saturday – the first (annual) teddy bear toss.

Sharks @ Avalanche 151101

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Sharks played Dallas on Saturday; Sunday in Denver.

With Stalock playing against the Stars, Jones is scheduled to start against the Avs.

The Avalanche return home after ending a three-game road trip Friday in Carolina with a 2-3 loss.

Former Shark Brad Stuart has been a healthy scratch for all but two games this season.

Sharks had some success with special teams on Saturday, scoring two PPGs and a SHG, but also let in a SHG and two PPG. DeBoer used his time out to challenge a goal (offsides), but was unsuccessful in the challenge (but like the previous unsuccessful time, did give the team a chance for a “longer” timeout to regroup).

Sharks @ Stars 151031

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Sigh. Wednesday’s game showed they can fight and be competitive, but they weren’t able to get more than one behind Rinne. Jones is taking blame for the loss.

The Sharks hit the road for back-to-back games before returning home next week. On Saturday, they’re in Texas; Sunday Colorado. Sharks recalled Bryan Lerg and Dylan DeMelo to bolster the roster as they’re traveling.

Dallas is leading the Central division with 16 points. They are on a two-game winning streak. Jamie Benn is leading the league in points and goals. Dallas is 2nd in PP (27.3%); 10th in PK (85.7%). Sharks are 25th in PP (11.1%) and tied for 16th in PK (80%), in comparison.

Sharks will be facing former Sharks Jason Demers (traded for Brendan Dillon last fall) and Antti Niemi. Niemi is 5-1 this season and has won his last four starts.

DeBoer did not tip his hand which goalie will be starting in Dallas, but with back-to-back games, it’s likely both Stalock and Jones will get starts this weekend.