Overview
After the San Jose Sharks failed to clinch the final playoff spot in the Pacific Division against the St. Louis Blues, the Sharks for another chance at a playoff berth and a win against the struggling Edmonton Oilers.
Team Stats
| San Jose Sharks | Edmonton Oilers |
| Team Record: 41-26-6 | Team Record: 29-40-7 |
| Last 10: 6-4-0 | Last 10: 4-6-0 |
| Offense: 211 GF, 2. |