With the Detroit Red Wings in town, the San Jose Sharks had an opportunity to claw their way back into a more stable playoff position, one point out of a Wild Card spot. The Western Conference race is wide open and San Jose has been grasping onto the Wild Card with both hands. But consistency is key, and the Sharks haven’t been consistent for much of the season.
Much of the inconsistencies lie in the roster, which has faced a number of absences. Nick Bonino, and assistant coaches John MacLean and Dan Darrow are still tied up in COVID Protocol, but forwards Logan Couture and Lane Pederson have been removed from the list.