Cue the Imperial March, we’ve got a bad omen on our hands. Despite the injection of excitement into the San Jose Sharks’ play over the past few games, the team is suffering from poor defensive form. Your friendly neighborhood Sharks have gradually allowed a higher and higher rate of 5v5 shots, unblocked shots, and expected goals against as the season has worn on. In February, all of these rates began to skyrocket. While there is evidence to suggest that, in the NHL, offense wins championships, a defense that consistently allows shots and chances against is a bad sign for the postseason.
Fear the Five: Five things we learned about the Sharks in February
