Sharks Split Games Against Ducks

The 2006 Pacific Division shoot-out came to a complete Tuesday night and the Sharks found themselves to be in the bottom of the pile again. Although they did manage to pick up 4 points in 4 games, it wasn't enough to get them into the championship game. In the third and final game in the round robin format, the Sharks dominated the Ducks to even their record for the tournament at 1-1-1. Former University of Wisconsin stand out, Joe Pavelski, lead the scoring by getting two goals for the teal. Coach Sommer was really impressed with the rookie's play during the tournament “He was one of the best players on the ice tonight, and that goes for both teams.” Also tallying goals for the Sharks were Lukas Kaspar, Brady Leisenring, Torry Gajda, and Randy King. Marc-Edouard Vlasic was busy setting up plays as he recorded three assists. Taylor Drakes was a brick wall in net, only allowing one of Duck's shots get past him.

The two teams met the very next day but this time in the consolation game. This game would have a completely different turn out though. Lukas Kaspar once again scored for the Sharks but it wasn't enough as the Ducks of Anaheim beat the Sharks 2-1 in overtime.

San Jose will begin training camp tomorrow in San Jose, while training camp in Worcester will be opened on the 25th of September.

*Quote courtesy of the San Jose Sharks