On Tuesday afternoon, the NHL announced its “return to play” format, which effectively ends the season for seven clubs, including the Sharks.
San Jose now faces an offseason of unprecedented length. NHL commissioner Gary Bettman hopes the Stanley Cup can be awarded by the fall months, with the next season beginning in December or January, 2021 at the latest.
That gives Sharks general manager Doug Wilson some interesting scenarios trying to turn a team around during very abnormal times.
Wilson spoke with NBC Sports California in an exclusive interview on Tuesday. Here are some highlights from the Q&A:
NBC Sports California: On closure to this regular season, and replicating the last time the Sharks didn’t make the playoffs:
Wilson: “That’s what we’re looking to do again.