The San Jose Sharks (2-3-1) headed into the third period with a one-goal advantage over the New Jersey Devils (3-0-0) at Prudential Center. Last season where holding a lead in the final 20 minutes of regulation was a strong suit for Peter DeBoer’s team.
The Devils applied consistent offensive pressure early into the final period with two second-effort goals within the first five minutes to jump out in front. New Jersey goaltender Keith Kinkaid shut the door in the final three minutes in crucial odd-man minutes to seal the 3-2 victory over San Jose for their third-straight win to begin the season.