San Jose Sharks COLLAPSE Against Tampa Bay Lightning, Defensive Mistakes EXPOSED Early

San Jose Sharks unravel in a 7-3 drubbing by the Tampa Bay Lightning, as early defensive miscues prove costly and playoff hopes face a tough reality check. Can the Sharks close the gap on elite teams, or do defensive lapses spell trouble down the stretch? JD Young spotlights Pavol Regenda’s breakout NHL hat trick and debates whether he’s earned a permanent roster spot, while also assessing Shakir Mukhamadullin’s injury and the domino effect on the blue line. The future of Alex Wennberg in San Jose takes center stage—should the Sharks prioritize a contract extension or look elsewhere for third-line center help? Key questions surround defensive depth, scoring beyond Macklin Celebrini, and how roster moves could shape the remainder of the Sharks’ NHL campaign.