Sharks Defeat Blues 4-0, Complicate St. Louis' Playoff Hopes
San Jose's victory ends their losing streak and poses a significant challenge to the Blues' postseason ambitions.
- The San Jose Sharks ended their nine-game winless streak with a 4-0 victory against the St. Louis Blues, significantly impacting the Blues' playoff prospects.
- Mackenzie Blackwood, Sharks' goalie, earned his second shutout of the season, making 35 saves.
- Filip Zadina, Mikael Granlund, and Luke Kunin scored in the second period, with Jan Rutta adding an empty-net goal.
- The Blues' loss, combined with their recent performance, has put their playoff chances in jeopardy as they remain five points behind Los Angeles for the final wild card spot.
- The Sharks' victory demonstrates their potential to influence the playoff race, despite having the worst record in the NHL.