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Sharks and Blues Face Off: San Jose Relies on Mikael Granlund's Stellar Performance

The San Jose Sharks are gearing up for an intense battle against the St. Louis Blues at the SAP Center at San Jose. Both teams are hungry for a victory, but all eyes will be on Mikael Granlund of the Sharks, who has been delivering exceptional performances in recent games.


Nov 16, 2023; San Jose, California, USA; San Jose Sharks center Luke Kunin (11) reacts after scoring a goal against St. Louis Blues goaltender Joel Hofer (30) during the second period at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: Robert Edwards-USA TODAY Sports

In the previous three games, Granlund showcased his skills as a forward with one goal, one assist, and two points. He displayed an impressive shooting percentage of 20 percent, taking five shots on goal. Granlund's contribution to the team cannot be overlooked, as he also had one hit and played for a total of 17 minutes and 54 seconds.


But Granlund is not the only standout player on the Sharks' roster. William Eklund, another forward, has been making waves with one assist and one point in the last three games. He took one shot on goal and had a shooting percentage of 0 percent. Eklund's time on ice was an impressive 20 minutes and 23 seconds.


Nov 16, 2023; San Jose, California, USA; San Jose Sharks goaltender Kaapo Kahkonen (36) tends goal against the St. Louis Blues during the first period at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: Robert Edwards-USA TODAY Sports

On defense, Calen Addison proved to be a force to be reckoned with. He had one shot on goal and played for a total of 19 minutes and 27 seconds in the previous three games. Addison's performance was marked by his ability to deliver hits (two) and takeaways (zero).


In goal, Mackenzie Blackwood demonstrated his prowess with 28 saves out of 31 shots faced in one game. His save percentage stood at an impressive 90 percent.


Nov 16, 2023; San Jose, California, USA; San Jose Sharks right wing Givani Smith (54) lies on the ice in the goal crease with St. Louis Blues goaltender Jordan Binnington (50) during the second period at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: Robert Edwards-USA TODAY Sports

While the Sharks have some standout players, they must also keep an eye on their opponents from St. Louis Blues. Torey Krug, a defenseman for the Blues, has been showcasing stellar defense throughout the season. In the previous three games alone, Krug displayed his defensive prowess with two assists and two points. He took one shot on goal and played for a total of 28 minutes and 34 seconds.


The upcoming game between the Sharks and the Blues is set to be an intense showdown. The Sharks will look to Granlund, Eklund, and Addison to lead the charge, while the Blues will rely on Krug's exceptional defensive skills. Both teams are hungry for a victory, and fans can expect an exhilarating match.


The game is scheduled to take place on April 6th at 10:00 PM at the SAP Center at San Jose. Fans can catch all the action on ESPN+, NBCS-CA, or BSMW. Don't miss out on this thrilling clash between two formidable teams in the NHL.

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