SAN JOSE – Joel Ward had a goal and an assist, and survived a thundering hit in the second period, in helping the Sharks to a 5-2 win over Winnipeg on Monday afternoon at SAP Center.
Ward’s linemates Chris Tierney and Timo Meier also had a goal and assist each, as the Sharks snapped their modest two-game losing streak. Martin Jones made 26 saves in net.
Winnipeg lost its fourth in a row (0-3-1), getting swept on a three-game trip through California.
Leading 1-0 on Ward’s first period shorthanded score, San Jose took control in the middle frame.