Once upon a time, the San Jose Sharks (9-10-1) and the Detroit Red Wings (7-12-2) were bitter rivals who clashed time and time again in the playoffs, struggling to see which powerhouse would continue on to compete for Lord Stanley’s Cup. Less than 10 years later, both teams are simply trying to claw their way out of the NHL’s basement.
On the bright side, they’re both trending in the right direction. The Red Wings are 3-1-1 in their last five games, while the Sharks are riding a five-game win streak. Trouble is, neither team is over that coveted .