The beginning of the Pacific Division tilt between the Coyotes and Sharks was wide open, with the home team creating a couple of great scoring chances in the first 5 minutes. The Sharks were also playing a quick north and south game, and it was evident early on that the men in teal and white intended to play a “heavy” game against the ‘Yotes. No surprise there!
A couple of ill-advised passes by the Coyotes’ blueliners, fortunately, resulted in no harm being done, and both teams had a bit of difficulty getting the puck out of their own “D” zones.