The big question heading into the tilt against the New York Rangers was whether or not the san Jose Sharks would be able to win three games in a row. The team has struggled to hit a winning stride, but with the confidence coming off another overtime win, the Sharks had an opportunity to build upon their momentum.
Going into the game, the Sharks were tied with the Los Angeles Kings for third in the division with 41 points and in the second Wild Card spot in the Western Conference. At this point in the season, consistency is everything.