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nbcsportsbayarea.comWhat we learned as Sharks can't reward Yaroslav Askarov's stout night in shutout loss vs. SabresGoaltender Yaroslav Askarov saved 38 of 39 shots, but the San Jose Sharks couldn't get one past Colten Ellis in a 2-0 loss to the Buffalo Sabres.

Yaroslav Askarov's stout night in net wasn't enough. @shengpeng.bsky.social delivers the takeaways from the Sharks' loss to the Sabres ⬇

nbcsportsbayarea.comOne under-the-radar statistic highlights how Sharks' defense struggled in loss vs. BruinsSan Jose defenseman Dmitry Orlov admitted the Sharks must win more battles in front of their net after Saturday's 6-4 loss to the the Boston Bruins.

After yesterday's loss to the Bruins, @shengpeng.bsky.social highlights one key stat that helps explain the Sharks' defensive struggles so far 🧐

nbcsportsbayarea.comSharks let chance to win 'slip away' vs. Bruins as they end road trip with another blown leadThe San Jose Sharks fell apart in the third period on Saturday against the Boston Bruins, blowing a late lead for the fifth time this season.

"We just shoot ourselves in the foot again." The Sharks let a chance to win slip away as they blew another third-period lead tonight against the Bruins (via @angewrites.bsky.social)

nbcsportsbayarea.comHow Igor Chernyshov was starting to impact Macklin Celebrini, Sharks before injury vs. SenatorsSan Jose Hockey Now's Sheng Peng dives into the micro-stats to show how 20-year-old Igor Chernyshov has been helping Macklin Celebrini and Will Smith.

Igor Chernyshov will be out for a bit and the Sharks will miss him. @shengpeng.bsky.social dives into the micro-stats showing the 20-year-old's impact on the WillMack line.

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nbcsportsbayarea.comSharks goalie Yaroslav Askarov's career-high 41 saves fuels San Jose's dominant win over SenatorsThe San Jose Sharks finally joined the regulation-win club with help from Yaroslav Askarov's career-high 41-save night.

The save of the season by Yaroslav Askarov highlighted a career night in the Sharks' first regulation win

The Sharks finally have their first regulation win with Yaroslav Askarov's career-high 41 saves backing them up 🙌

nbcsportsbayarea.comSharks captain Macklin Celebrini silences Canadiens fans with game-winning goal in overtimeMacklin Celebrini and the San Jose Sharks used boos as motivation in their overtime win against the Montreal Canadiens on Tuesday at Bell Centre.

"That's the recipe right there." Sharks star Macklin Celebrini silenced boos from Canadiens fans with an OT game-winner tonight in Montreal 🔥 (via @angewrites.bsky.social)

nbcsportsbayarea.comSharks yet again blow another late lead early in season after shootout loss to Red Wings on SaturdayThe San Jose Sharks suffered an overtime loss to the Detroit Red Wings on Saturday after blowing another late lead.

The Sharks, for the fourth time already this season, blew a multi-goal lead in the third period. @shengpeng.bsky.social breaks down why it keeps happening

nbcsportsbayarea.comAlexander Nedeljkovic, Sharks end 'best game of the year' with thrilling shootout win vs. PredatorsA heroic performance in net by Alexander Nedeljkovic and a determined shootout score by Macklin Celebrini gave the San Jose Sharks a thrilling win.

"I thought that was probably our best game of the year." Another heroic performance by Alexander Nedeljkovic and a never-quit attitude gave the Sharks a thrilling shootout win to start their road trip (via @angewrites.bsky.social)

nbcsportsbayarea.comIs young goalie Yaroslav Askarov living up to Sharks' lofty expectations so far this season?There are more expectations for San Jose Sharks goalie Yaroslav Askarov, as there should be, than the run-of-the-mill keeper.

Is Yaroslav Askarov living up to the Sharks' lofty expectations? @shengpeng.bsky.social takes a look at the numbers in net ⬇️

nbcsportsbayarea.comSharks rookie Ivar Stenberg serves as bright spot by scoring first NHL goal in loss to BruinsIvar Stenberg scored his first NHL goal while Jacob Trouba scored his first as a San Jose Shark, but the Boston Bruins pulled away for a 6-3 win.

Ivar Stenberg scored his first NHL goal, but the Sharks were unable to stave off the Bruins in tonight's loss

nbcsportsbayarea.comWild stat shows how Sharks have dominated in overtime games since the start of last NHL seasonThe San Jose Sharks are the best team in the NHL when it comes to overtime.

This wild stat shows the Sharks' excellence in overtime games 🤯

nbcsportsbayarea.comDarnell Nurse's OT game-winner helps Sharks overcome 'adversity' without Macklin CelebriniThe San Jose Sharks pulled off a gutsy overtime win without Macklin Celebrini against the St. Louis Blues on Thursday at Enterprise Center.

"This is a young group, a hungry group, and a very, very exciting group to play with." In another gutsy overtime win tonight, the Sharks showed they're competitors no matter who's on the ice (via @angewrites.bsky.social)

nbcsportsbayarea.comHow Sharks star Macklin Celebrini's injury absence hurt team defensively vs. Kings on MondayThe San Jose Sharks missed Macklin Celebrini in more ways than one on Monday night against the Dallas Stars.

The Sharks miss Macklin Celebrini in more ways than one. @shengpeng.bsky.social breaks down how his absence impacts the team defensively

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nbcsportsbayarea.comMacklin Celebrini lower-body injury, late scratch leaves 'big hole' in Sharks' shutout loss to StarsAfter Macklin Celebrini was scratched just before puck drop, the San Jose Sharks clearly missed their captain in Monday's loss to the Dallas Stars.

The Sharks clearly missed their captain after Macklin Celebrini was scratched just before puck drop on Monday against the Stars (via @willsimonds.bsky.social)

Macklin Celebrini was scratched just before puck drop tonight, and the Sharks looked lost without him in a shutout loss to the Stars (via @willsimonds.bsky.social)

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nbcsportsbayarea.comIgor Chernyshov's game-winning goal lifts Sharks past Kings in second consecutive OT thrillerSan Jose Sharks forward Igor Chernyshov's game-winner brought the team yet another victory in an OT thriller against the Los Angeles Kings.

The Sharks grabbed another OT win thanks to Igor Chernyshov's heroics 🔥

nbcsportsbayarea.comSharks coach Ryan Warsofsky claims rookie Ivar Stenberg is one of the team's best forwardsHere's what the San Jose Sharks had to say about their overtime win vs. the Los Angeles Kings on Saturday night at SAP Center.

There were plenty of firsts in last night's win. @shengpeng.bsky.social shares the locker room reaction to the Sharks' overtime win vs. the Kings

Though the Sharks blew another multi-goal lead, fans at the Tank once again went home happy thanks to Igor Chernyshov's overtime winner 😮‍💨

nbcsportsbayarea.comHow Sharks beat Panthers in thrilling season-opener with the recent two-time champion's own formulaThe up-and-coming San Jose Sharks played the brand of hockey Thursday night that helped the Florida Panthers win titles in 2024 and 2025.

How the Sharks beat the Panthers last night bodes well for San Jose's quest to return to the playoffs. @shengpeng.bsky.social explains why.

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nbcsportsbayarea.comOn night of firsts, Luca Cagnoni makes NHL history with OT goal in Sharks' win vs. PanthersSharks defenseman Luca Cagnoni scored the first goal of his NHL career to give San Jose an overtime win over the Florida Panthers on Thursday night.

Luca Cagnoni scored "probably the best goal of my life" to give the Sharks a historic, emotional season-opening win over the Panthers.

Luca Cagnoni made franchise history with his overtime goal to give the Sharks a dramatic season-opening win over the Panthers (via @willsimonds.bsky.social)

nbcsportsbayarea.comSharks prepared for big expectations this season as they look to reestablish excitement around teamThe San Jose Sharks are prepared for big expectations this season as they look to reestablish excitement around team they felt at end of last season.

The Sharks are prepared for big expectations as they look to reestablish the excitement around the team they felt at the end of last season

nbcsportsbayarea.comHow Sharks top pick Ivar Stenberg showed he's NHL-ready with all-around preseason performanceIvar Stenberg's play away from the puck during San Jose's preseason is what makes the Sharks' first-round 2026 draft pick look NHL-ready.

Ivar Stenberg's play away from the puck in preseason showed the Sharks' top pick is NHL-ready, @shengpeng.bsky.social writes

nbcsportsbayarea.comRyan Warsofsky explains how young, veteran Sharks players bonded this offseason to form close groupThe San Jose Sharks are brewing something special and their ability to bond between young to veteran players has them forming a close-knit group.

The Sharks are brewing something special, and their ability to bond, regardless of age, has them forming a close-knit group

nbcsportsbayarea.comThe Sharks' offseason defensive additions gives the team intimidating size on the blue lineThe San Jose Sharks have made it clear their blue line will not be a weakness any longer after bolstering their defensive core during the offseason.

"Our blue line won't be very fun to play against." The Sharks got noticeably bigger on defense this offseason 😳

nbcsportsbayarea.comSharks teammates Macklin Celebrini, Will Smith describe what life is like at home as roommatesSan Jose Sharks stars Macklin Celebrini and Will Smith describe their lives at home as new roommates.

Did we just become best friends? Macklin Celebrini and Will Smith spoke about what life is like at home as new roommates

nbcsportsbayarea.comHow coach Ryan Warsofsky is evolving as Sharks seek to end lengthy Stanley Cup playoff droughtSan Jose Sharks coach Ryan Warsofsky is evolving as the team ascends and looks to make the Stanley Cup playoffs for the first time since 2019.

Ryan Warsofsky shared how he's applying what he's learned as Sharks coach to his preparation for a pivotal third season

nbcsportsbayarea.comWhere Macklin Celebrini sees himself among NHL superstars after elevating his game last seasonSan Jose Sharks star Macklin Celebrini talks about where he sees himself among the current greats of the NHL after elevating his game last season.

"It means a lot to me." Macklin Celebrini spoke about receiving a record-breaking Sharks contract after his breakout season

nbcsportsbayarea.comSharks captain Macklin Celebrini shares leadership skills learned from Sidney Crosby, Joe ThorntonWith Macklin Celebrini being the new captain of the San Jose Sharks, he opened up on learning how to lead from legends Sidney Crosby and Joe Thornton.

New Sharks captain Macklin Celebrini shared how he learned to be a leader from Joe Thornton and Sidney Crosby 🐐

More Sharks franchise history for Macklin Celebrini 🤩 Read here: bit.ly/4iPp9N6 (➡️ Toyota NorCal Dealers)

nbcsportsbayarea.comExtension-eligible Will Smith not 'too worried' about Sharks contract as training camp beginsWill Smith, who became eligible for an extension on July 1, isn't focused on signing a new San Jose Sharks contract.

17 Sept

"I'm not too worried about it." Will Smith's focus is on hockey as he remains eligible for a contract extension with the Sharks (via @shengpeng.bsky.social)

17 Sept

🚨BREAKING: The Sharks' bench boss is here to stay Read here: bit.ly/3VCDvqf (➡️ Toyota NorCal Dealers)

15 Sept

“This is a once-in-a-lifetime shot." Natalie Noury joins NBC Sports California as the host of live gameday coverage of the Sharks 👏 Read here: bit.ly/4j6zjc1

nbcsportsbayarea.comWhat top pick Ivar Stenberg's 2026 Rookie Faceoff performance means for his future with SharksCan the Sharks' top 2026 NHL Draft pick, Ivar Stenberg, help on the ice in San Jose this season?

15 Sept

Can Ivar Stenberg help on the ice in San Jose this season? @shengpeng.bsky.social spoke with NHL scouts about the top Sharks pick's Rookie Faceoff performance ⬇️

14 Sept

"Stay up, because Daddy's home, baby. Daddy's home.” Jason Demers is back for a second stint with NBC Sports California. Read here: bit.ly/4dipKDb

nbcsportsbayarea.comWhy massive Sharks contract extension still is 'weird' to young superstar Macklin CelebriniDespite Macklin Celebrini signing a massive five-year contract extension with the San Jose Sharks, the new deal still feels weird to him.

10 Sept

Macklin Celebrini explained why his new Sharks contract still feels "weird" to him 🤔

nbcsportsbayarea.comYoung Sharks stars, BFFs Macklin Celebrini, Will Smith to live together during 2026-27 NHL seasonSan Jose Sharks superstar Macklin Celebrini has a new record-setting contract extension, and beginning this season, he will have a new housemate.

28 Aug

Sharks star Macklin Celebrini, with a new contract extension in hand, also will have a new housemate during the upcoming season 🤝 (via @shengpeng.bsky.social)

nbcsportsbayarea.comTiming, value of Macklin Celebrini's historic contract extension exactly how Sharks star wanted itMacklin Celebrini spoke to reporters for the first time since signing a record-setting Sharks contract and outlined his mindset during negotiations.

27 Aug

Macklin Celebrini spoke to reporters for the first time since signing a record-setting contract extension and made it clear the deal was completed exactly how and when he wanted it (via @shengpeng.bsky.social)

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nbcsportsbayarea.comWhere the up-and-coming Sharks stand in latest NHL Power Rankings with busy offseason almost overThe San Jose Sharks bolstered their defense and are poised to end their playoff drought behind Macklin Celebrini and a battalion of young guns.

25 Aug

Here is where @shengpeng.bsky.social has the Sharks in the 2026-27 NHL Power Rankings heading into a big season 📈

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25 Aug

Here's where the up-and-coming Sharks land in @shengpeng.bsky.social's NHL Power Rankings after their busy offseason ⬇️

24 Aug

The Sharks were on the cusp of the playoffs and used the offseason to revamp their defense. @shengpeng.bsky.social pinpoints where San Jose stands in the latest NHL Power Rankings 📈

nbcsportsbayarea.comWhat Sharks can expect from No. 2 overall draft pick Ivar Stenberg in his rookie NHL seasonTwo NHL scouts told Sheng Peng what it will take for Sharks top draft pick Ivar Stenberg to contribute in his rookie season with San Jose.

14 Aug

"You can find a spot for him anywhere." Two NHL scouts spoke to @shengpeng.bsky.social about what the Sharks can expect from top draft pick Ivar Stenberg in his rookie season ⬇️

nbcsportsbayarea.comSharks lock up another member of young core, re-sign Collin Graf to three-year, $4.25M AAV contractIn the span of three days, the San Jose Sharks have locked up two members of their young, promising core.

31 July

The Sharks locked up another member of their young, promising core by re-signing Collin Graf to a lucrative three-year contract 💰

nbcsportsbayarea.comKey aspect of Macklin Celebrini contract negotiations that 'meant a lot' to Sharks GM Mike GrierSharks GM Mike Grier couldn't be happier to have signed Macklin Celebrini to his new contract extension with San Jose.

30 July

It's perfectly reasonable that Macklin Celebrini's contract extension will make him the NHL's highest-paid player, writes @shengpeng.bsky.social. And after the record-setting deal, Sharks GM Mike Grier shared the moment from negotiations that "meant a lot" to him:

nbcsportsbayarea.comA year-by-year breakdown of what Macklin Celebrini's NHL-record Sharks contract extension looks likeA majority of Macklin Celebrini's historic five-year San Jose Sharks contract extension won't come in the form of base salary.

29 July

The year-by-year breakdown of Macklin Celebrini's record-setting contract extension is fascinating 🤑

29 July

Happy Shark Week to all who celebrate 🙂 (➡️ Toyota NorCal Dealers)

29 July

Macklin Celebrini secured a BAG 💰 Read here: tinyurl.com/4dk2vvf8

nbcsportsbayarea.comHow Sharks defenseman Michael Kesselring has personal connection to 'Love Island USA' bombshellNew San Jose Sharks defenseman Michael Kesselring has an interesting connection to Season 8 of the reality dating show "Love Island USA."

22 July

New Sharks defenseman Michael Kesselring has a connection to one of this season's "Love Island USA" bombshells 🔥