Saturday’s game against Calgary was the Sharks’ final tune up chance against a real playoff opponent. Though not with a fully healthy lineup, San Jose held off the Flames for a 3-1 win on Saturday night.
San Jose stayed alive in the first period by killing off 3 crucial penalties. They managed to hold the Flames to just 6 shots on those opportunities and throughout the first period.
Chris Tierney got the Sharks on the board first in the second period. Hansen’s pass found Tierney in front of the net for a quick and easy tap-in.
The Sharks would add to their lead late in the second period.