SAN JOSE — The good news from the Sharks’ perspective following their 4-3 loss to the Anaheim Ducks on Tuesday night is that Aaron Dell solidified his spot as the backup to No. 1 goalie Martin Jones.
The question remains, though, can one or more of the Sharks prospects make a serious challenge for a roster spot once the regular season begins next month?
Tuesday’s preseason opener at SAP Center offered only a few hints. Timo Meier, Jonny Brodzinski and Joachim Blichfeld all scored, and Ryan Merkley added two assists, but the Sharks also got away from their structure at times and the foundation that coach Pete DeBoer and his staff have been harping on since the start of camp.