UPDATE: The San Jose Sharks dropped a critical game against the Seattle Kraken, losing 4-2 in a shocking collapse during the third period. The defeat, witnessed by a sold-out crowd of 17,435 at SAP Center, marked a disappointing end to their three-game homestand.
With the Sharks leading 2-1 early in the third, disaster struck just 1:55 into the period. A shot from Ryker Evans found its way past goalie Yaroslav Askarov, leveling the score. Just under three minutes later, Ryan Lindgren’s shot slipped through Askarov’s defense, putting the Kraken ahead 3-2 with 15:33 remaining.
The Sharks had a golden opportunity to secure two points against a struggling Kraken squad that had only one win in their last eleven games and entered as the bottom team in the Pacific Division. Instead, they fell short, unable to find the equalizer despite strong performances from Collin Graf and Adam Gaudette, who each scored a goal. Askarov recorded 28 saves but ultimately could not stop the late-game surge.
The Kraken initially took the lead at the 6:52 mark of the second period, with Eeli Tolvanen scoring after capitalizing on a defensive miscue. The Sharks responded strongly, dominating the second period and tying the game with Gaudette’s eighth goal of the season during a power play at 11:22.
Despite their efforts, the Sharks could not regain control. This loss marked their third in the last six games and concluded a frustrating homestand with a 1-2-0 record.
Looking ahead, the Sharks’ next game is a crucial matchup against the Vegas Golden Knights on Tuesday, December 26, before they face the Vancouver Canucks next Saturday. Fans will be eager to see if the Sharks can rebound from this disappointing performance and secure a vital victory on the road.
