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Can the Sharks Bite Back Against the Flyers at Wells Fargo Center?

The San Jose Sharks are gearing up for a challenging encounter against the Philadelphia Flyers at the Wells Fargo Center. With their recent performance, fans are left pondering whether their team can turn the tide and secure a much-needed victory.


Nov 7, 2023; San Jose, California, USA; San Jose Sharks center Tomas Hertl (48) tries to deflect a shot on goal against Philadelphia Flyers goaltender Samuel Ersson (33) during the second period at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: Robert Edwards-USA TODAY Sports

In their last game on March 1st, despite playing on home ice at SAP Center, San Jose fell short against the Anaheim Ducks with a score of 4-6. The Sharks showed promise in powerplay situations, netting three goals from eight shots. However, they struggled to maintain control during even-strength play where they conceded three goals from twenty shots and had a faceoff win percentage of only 57 percent.


This loss followed another disappointing defeat to the New Jersey Devils on February 28th. The Devils overpowered SJ with an overwhelming scoreline of 7-2. The Sharks' shooting percentage was notably low at just six percent, and while they managed to block fourteen shots, it wasn't enough to stave off New Jersey's aggressive offense.


Nov 7, 2023; San Jose, California, USA; San Jose Sharks center William Eklund (72) celebrates with center Tomas Hertl (48) and left wing Mike Hoffman (68) and left wing Anthony Duclair (10) after scoring a goal against the Philadelphia Flyers during the second period at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: Robert Edwards-USA TODAY Sports

Earlier in that week on February 25th against Nashville Predators, SJ showed some resilience but ultimately succumbed with a final tally of 2-4. They were outshot by ten but managed to keep their save percentage high thanks to solid goaltending which saw them make thirty-one saves.


Looking ahead to their next game against PHI, it's clear that SJ must bolster their defense and capitalize more effectively during even-strength play if they hope for success. Their powerplay unit has been performing well as evidenced by scoring three out of six opportunities in recent games; however, it is crucial that this proficiency translates across all facets of gameplay.


Nov 7, 2023; San Jose, California, USA; San Jose Sharks center William Eklund (72) smiles as he grabs Philadelphia Flyers right wing Tyson Foerster (71) during the second period at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: Robert Edwards-USA TODAY Sports

The Flyers will be no easy opponent; thus strategic adjustments and heightened focus will be key factors for San Jose if they aim to emerge victorious from this matchup. It is imperative for SJ players like those who have shown strong performances recently or throughout the season – without naming specific individuals due to article rules – step up once again when facing Philadelphia's squad.


Fans eager to support San Jose can catch all the action scheduled for March 12th at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia or tune into ESPN+ online or NBCS-CA/PHI on TV depending on your location. With puck drop set for just before 7:00 PM Eastern Time (6:00 PM Central Time), anticipation builds as supporters hope for an assertive response from their beloved Sharks after recent setbacks.

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