PHILADELPHIA — The San Jose Sharks are not yet ready for the primetime spotlight.
That much was clear at Wells Fargo Center, despite the Sharks rallying from a 3-0 deficit to force a shootout loss against the Philadelphia Flyers. The final score: 4-3.
Jack Thompson, Mikael Granlund, and Barclay Goodrow scored for San Jose.
From the start, the Sharks seemed a step behind, following a strong 1-0 shutout victory over the New Jersey Devils the night before.
Teams that miss the playoffs, like the Sharks are projected to, often lack consistency. That was evident in this game.
While they ultimately fought back, the Sharks showed flashes of their potential throughout the season but also reminded everyone that much work lies ahead if those postseason aspirations become reality.
The Flyers took advantage of early San Jose miscues, showcasing a team that is looking to climb the ranks in the East. They capitalized on turnovers and maintained a high level of intensity throughout the first two periods, building their lead to 3-0.
[Embed a video here: Highlights of the game]
