SAN JOSE, Calif. — Marc-Andre Fleury was not warmly received by Sharks fans throughout NHL All-Star weekend, surely a residual effect from the Golden Knights eliminating San Jose in the playoffs.
When the “We want Fleury” chant started Saturday at SAP Center, the goaltender wasn’t sure what to make of it.
“I got booed until this time, so big emotions, right?” Fleury said. “Ups and down.”
Even with the rival fans giving him a hard time, Fleury managed to entertain in his brief appearance during the All-Star Game.
He was the recipient of, in order: a Bronx cheer, several giggles and, ultimately, genuine appreciation from the crowd in the Pacific Division’s 10-4 loss to the Central Division during the semifinals of the 3-on-3 tournament.