The past week has been a whirlwind for the San Jose Sharks, mixing celebrations with setbacks. As they navigate a challenging playoff race, individual milestones and contract extensions have been bright spots amid a tough schedule and a concerning injury.
Game Results: March 13-20, 2026
- March 14 at Montreal Canadiens: The Sharks snagged a victory with a 4-2 win, thanks to standout performances from Celebrini, who notched two goals and an assist, and Graf, who racked up three points.
- March 15 at Ottawa Senators: The Sharks stumbled, falling 7-4. Toffoli and Misa each contributed a goal, but it wasn't enough to turn the tide.
- March 17 at Edmonton Oilers: A 5-3 loss saw Celebrini's point streak come to an end, marking a tough night for the Sharks.
- March 19 vs. Buffalo Sabres: The Sharks were shut out 5-0 by Alex Lyon, who delivered an impressive 23-save performance.
Standings & Playoff Picture
The Sharks find themselves on the playoff bubble, slipping after a three-game losing streak. With a record of 32-29-6 (70 points), they sit in 6th place in the Pacific Division, trailing the Seattle Kraken (71 pts), Los Angeles Kings (72 pts), and Vegas Golden Knights (76 pts).
Their playoff odds stand at +140, with -170 odds to miss out. With 15 games left, the Sharks are in must-win territory.
Recent defensive woes, allowing 17 goals in three games, have made their Cup contender status a long shot.
Injuries & IR
The Sharks' depth is being tested as they approach the season's final stretch. Here's the latest on their injury status:
- Tyler Toffoli (RW): Out with a lower-body injury, won't play Saturday against the Flyers.
- Yaroslav Askarov (G): Dealing with a lower-body issue, listed as day-to-day, having missed the last five games.
- Igor Chernyshov (LW): Sidelined with a concussion, day-to-day, after missing the last three games.
- Ty Dellandrea (C): On IR with a lower-body injury, expected out until at least March 28.
In Case You Missed It…
- Igor Chernyshov Injury: A significant story this week was the scary injury to rookie Igor Chernyshov. On March 14, during a game against Montreal, he took a hit from Mike Matheson, resulting in a head injury and hospitalization. Diagnosed with a concussion, his absence is a blow to the team.
- Core Extensions: General Manager Mike Grier is planning for the future, signing goaltender Alex Nedeljkovic to a two-year, $6 million deal on March 6, and extending forward Ty Dellandrea's contract on March 13.
The Sharks are in a pivotal moment, balancing the highs of individual successes with the urgency of their playoff push. As they fight to keep their postseason hopes alive, every game will be crucial.