Can the San Jose Sharks Ride Their Offensive Wave Against New Jersey Devils?

As the San Jose Sharks prepare to host the New Jersey Devils at SAP Center at San Jose, fans are eager to see if their team can maintain the momentum from their recent performance. The Sharks' last outing was a high-scoring affair, with a 6-3 victory over the Calgary Flames. This win was characterized by an explosive second and third period where they netted three goals in each, showcasing an offensive prowess that will be crucial against the Devils.

The Sharks demonstrated a balanced attack with six different players scoring goals and a total of eight assists distributed among them. Their power play capitalized on one of three opportunities, which is an area they might look to exploit given more chances. Defensively, they were solid with 18 blocked shots and managed to keep penalties to a minimum.

However, consistency has been challenging for San Jose as evidenced by their previous games. Before triumphing over Calgary, they suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat against Winnipeg Jets despite outshooting them significantly. This loss highlighted issues in converting scoring chances into goals—a stark contrast to their latest win.

In another tight game against Anaheim Ducks that went into overtime before succumbing 3-2, the Sharks showed resilience but ultimately fell short again in finishing opportunities despite having more power play chances than usual.

Looking ahead at their matchup with New Jersey Devils, maintaining offensive pressure while tightening up on special teams could be key factors for success. The SAP Center has been known for its energetic atmosphere which could provide an additional boost for the home side.

Fans can catch this exciting game scheduled on February 28th at 7:30 PM Pacific Time (PT). It will be broadcasted nationally on ESPN+ and locally on NBCS-CA channel 698 or MSGSN channel 635 for those following from afar.