San Jose Sharks News

The Sharks have collected some clutch victories in recent games, helping them stay within reach of a Wild Card spot in the Western Conference. Nedeljkovic largely struggled through much of March, posting an ugly 3.13 GAA and .877 SV% in 10 games (4-4-2), but will look to build on his most recent outing, a 22-save performance (.917 SV%) in a 3-2 win over the Columbus Blue Jackets. The Sharks enter Thursday's contest as -120 home favourites against a Maple Leafs team coming off an impressive come-from-behind 5-4 overtime win over the Anaheim Ducks.

Dellandrea will slot into the lineup in place of Igor Chernyshov, who is out with an illness. Dellandrea has two goals and nine assists in 42 games this season.

Chernyshov recently made his return from a multi-game absence due to concussion, but will return to the sidelines on Wednesday due to an illness. The 20-year-old Chernyshov has been productive in a small sample size during his first NHL season, scoring 14 points (5G / 9A) in 20 games.

Dellandrea has battled some injuries this season and has been sidelined since early January due to a lower-body injury, but he has been an effective bottom-six forward when healthy. The 25-year-old Dellandrea is averaging 14:24 time-on-ice, recording 11 points (2G / 9A) and 117 hits in 42 games this season. He signed a two-year contract worth $1.625 million AAV ($3.25M total) three weeks ago.

Askarov has battled through injuries recently and completed his first full game in nearly three weeks on Tuesday, saving 22 of 26 shots (.846 SV%) in a 5-4 win over the St. Louis Blues. Askarov was far from stellar in his return to action, but came up big when called upon, helping the Sharks stay within reach of a Wild Card spot in the Eastern Conference. The Sharks will need Askarov to make timely saves again on Wednesday, entering the action as slight -103 home underdogs against an Anaheim Ducks team on a two-game losing streak (0-1-1).

Chernyshov recently made his return from a multi-game absence due to concussion, but could return to the sidelines on Wednesday due to an illness. The 20-year-old Chernyshov has been productive in a small sample size during his first NHL season, scoring 14 points (5G / 9A) in 20 games.

With Yaroslav Askarov returning from an injury, Brossoit will return to the San Jose Barracuda (AHL). The 33-year-old Brossoit played one game for the Sharks during his previous call-up, his first NHL action since the 2023-24 season, but struggled in the outing, allowing six goals on 23 shots (.739 SV%).

Askarov was excellent in his return from a multi-week absence due to a lower-body injury, but he only lasted half the game before exiting with a new, unrelated injury. The 23-year-old Askarov saved all 11 shots he faced on Thursday before exiting the eventual 2-1 overtime loss to the St. Louis Blues. That said, his absence will be short-lived this time, returning to the crease on Monday in a rematch against the Blues. The Sharks enter Monday's contest with even -105 odds at home.

Askarov was excellent in his return from a multi-week absence due to a lower-body injury, but he only lasted half the game before exiting with a new, unrelated injury. The 23-year-old Askarov saved all 11 shots he faced on Thursday before exiting the eventual 2-1 overtime loss to the St. Louis Blues. That said, his absence will be short-lived this time, returning to the crease on Monday in a rematch against the Blues. The Sharks enter Monday's contest with even -105 odds at home.

Yaroslav Askarov was excellent on Thursday in his return from a multi-week absence due to a lower-body injury, but he only lasted half the game before exiting with a new, unrelated injury and being replaced by Alex Nedeljkovic. With Askarov sidelined again, Brossoit will be recalled from the San Jose Barracuda (AHL). The 33-year-old Brossoit played one game for the Sharks during his previous call-up, his first NHL action since the 2023-24 season, but struggled in the outing, allowing six goals on 23 shots (.739 SV%).

Klingberg did not play in San Jose's previous game and continues to be evaluated. He is travelling with the team, and expected to practice on Saturday morning, but it is unclear if he will be able to suit up in the evening against the Columbus Blue Jackets. The 33-year-old Swedish defenseman has 24 points (10G / 14A) in 54 games this season.

Askarov was excellent in his return from a multi-week absence due to a lower-body injury, but only lasted half the game before exiting with a new unrelated injury. The 23-year-old Askarov saved all 11 shots he faced before exiting the eventual 2-1 overtime loss to the St. Louis Blues. It's unclear how long Askarov will be sidelined, but expect the Sharks to continue rolling with Alex Nedeljkovic during his absence.

Toffoli has been sidelined with a lower-body injury for a week, but will return on Thursday against the St. Louis Blues. The 33-year-old Toffoli has 44 points (18G / 26A) in 67 games this season and would add a much-needed offensive boost for a Sharks team that is struggling to stay in playoff contention.

Leddy will slot into the lineup on Thursday in favour of John Klingberg. Leddy has zero goals and four assists in 22 games this season.

It's unclear whether Klingberg is simply a healthy scratch or if he's dealing with an undisclosed injury. Nick Leddy will draw into the lineup in his place.

Askarov has not played in over two weeks, tending to a lower-body injury, but he will return to the crease on Thursday, hoping to stabilize a shaky crease for the Sharks. The Sharks have lost five straight games without Askarov, allowing four or more goals in each contest. That said, the 23-year-old Askarov has been far from a stabilizing force in recent outings, posting a 3.99 GAA and .869 SV% in seven games (2-4-1) since the beginning of February. The Sharks enter Thursday's contest as +118 road underdogs against a St. Louis Blues team that has outscored their opposition 6-1 during a two-game winning streak.

Toffoli has been sidelined with a lower-body injury for a week, but he could be an option to return on Thursday against the St. Louis Blues. The 33-year-old Toffoli has 44 points (18G / 26A) in 67 games this season and would add a much-needed offensive boost for a Sharks team that is struggling to stay in playoff contention.

Chernyshov has not played since suffering a concussion on March 14th, but he will re-enter the lineup on Tuesday against the Nashville Predators. The 20-year-old Chernyshov, in his first NHL season, is averaging 14:50 time-on-ice and has 11 points (3G / 8A) in 16 games.

Yaroslav Askarov appears to be ready to return from a lower-body injury, but the Sharks will again turn to Nedeljkovic, who has struggled in recent games. The 30-year-old Nedeljkovic has lost three straight (0-3-0), posting an ugly 4.07 GAA and .848 SV%. The Sharks enter Tuesday's pivotal contest as +124 road underdogs against a team they are chasing for a Wild Card spot, the Nashville Predators, who are riding a four-game winning streak.