Sharks Bite Back: Overtime Triumph Over Wild in St. Paul

The San Jose Sharks emerged victorious against the Minnesota Wild with a 2-1 win in overtime at Grand Casino Arena. This victory improved the Sharks' record to 8-6-3, while the Wild's record now stands at 7-7-4.

First Period

The opening period saw both teams locked in a defensive battle, with neither side able to find the back of the net. The Sharks managed to put up 18 shots on goal throughout the game, but their efforts were initially thwarted by strong goaltending from Minnesota.

Second Period

In the second period, it was Minnesota who broke through first with a powerplay goal. The Wild capitalized on one of their four powerplay opportunities during this segment, showcasing their ability to convert under pressure.

Third Period

As tension mounted in the third period, San Jose responded with determination. Macklin Celebrini played a pivotal role by assisting on an equalizing goal that brought new life into his team’s offense. His performance was instrumental as he continued to create scoring chances for his teammates.

Overtime

The overtime period proved decisive for San Jose as Collin Graf scored an impressive winning goal. This marked Graf’s standout moment and secured him as one of the stars of this matchup alongside Celebrini and Yaroslav Askarov who made crucial saves throughout.

This San Jose Sharks vs Minnesota Wild recap highlights how strategic plays and key performances led to an exciting finish for fans at Grand Casino Arena.

Looking ahead, fans can catch more action when San Jose faces off against Calgary Flames at Scotiabank Saddledome on November 13th at 9:00 PM EDT. The game will be available for viewing via ESPN+ and NBCS-CA networks.

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