This had “trap game” written all over it. The Sharks, winners of seven in a row, began what will be a formidable road trip against St. Louis, Nashville, and Vegas respectively. But they start their four game roadie at the Trap House, I mean, the United Center against the lowly Chicago Blackhawks - that last thing was weird for me to write. This one was bigger than it looked on paper. A big 4-3 Shootout victory put them (possibly) only four points out of first place behind Vegas in the Pacific division, and could create a decent cushion for second place as well.
Sharks escape a trap game in Chicago with a thrilling OT win
