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Can Sharks Rebound After Predators' Offensive Surge at Bridgestone Arena?

The San Jose Sharks, with a record of 28-26, faced off against the Nashville Predators, who held a record of 18-30. The final score reflected the intensity of the game: 8-2 in favor of the home team.


Mar 19, 2024; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Nashville Predators defenseman Roman Josi (59) controls the puck against San Jose Sharks center Luke Kunin (11) during the third period at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports

The San Jose Sharks entered Bridgestone Arena with determination but found themselves outpaced by a relentless Nashville Predators offense. The Sharks managed to net two goals on 20 shots, translating to a shooting percentage of ten percent. However, their efforts were overshadowed by the Predators' eight goals from an impressive 40 shots on goal. Despite being evenly matched in hits with the Sharks landing 26 and the Predators delivering 16, it was clear that Nashville's accuracy made all the difference.


San Jose's goaltender faced an onslaught throughout all three periods, ending up with a total of 32 saves against eight goals allowed from forty shots faced. This performance was starkly contrasted by Nashville's goalie who successfully saved eighteen out of twenty shots for a save percentage rounding to one hundred percent.


Mar 19, 2024; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Nashville Predators left wing Filip Forsberg (9) plays the puck during the first period against the San Jose Sharks at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports

In terms of special teams play, both sides had limited opportunities to capitalize on powerplays; however neither team managed to score during these moments. The Sharks had one powerplay chance but failed to convert it into points despite winning their only faceoff during this advantage and maintaining possession for two minutes.


Faceoffs were another area where San Jose struggled significantly; they won just eighteen out of fifty-four draws which equates to thirty-three percent success rate compared to Nashville's sixty-seven percent win rate in faceoffs.


Mar 19, 2024; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Nashville Predators players celebrate after a win against the San Jose Sharks at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports

Looking ahead after this tough loss on enemy ice, fans can find solace knowing that their next opportunity for redemption is not far off. The San Jose Sharks will host Tampa Bay Lightning at SAP Center at San Jose on March 21st at 7:30 PM PT. Followers eager for more action can tune into ESPN+ online or watch via television networks NBCS-CA and BSSUN for live coverage.

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