San Jose Sharks claw their way into the playoff race as Macklin Celebrini powers the offense and sparks hope for a turnaround. Can a team with a negative goal differential and inconsistent defense rewrite their trajectory in the second half?
JD Young examines the Sharks’ baby steps of improvement at midseason, spotlighting increased shot attempts, Celebrini’s even-strength dominance, and William Eklund’s surge as a shot creator. Key discussions include defensive struggles led by John Klingberg’s evolving role, goaltending challenges for Yaroslav Askarov and Alex Nedeljkovic, and special teams trends. Are tweaks to the third line and power play the key to transforming close wins into sustainable success? Get expert insights on San Jose’s road ahead, the Pacific Division’s odd stat lines, and the crucial next steps as they chase consistency amid adversity.
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