Regenda scored a power-play goal and went minus-2 in Wednesday's 7-1 loss to the Capitals.
While no Sharks players looked good in this game, Regenda's net-front abilities paid off in a goal at 12:58 of the third period to break up Charlie Lindgren's shutout bid. That's two goals in as many games since Regenda was called up from AHL San Jose, and he's added four shots on net, three hits and a minus-2 rating while playing on the fourth line and second power-play unit. The 25-year-old will need to remain productive to avoid heading back to the AHL -- making a good showing in his first 10 appearances could convince the Sharks that they don't want to risk losing him on waivers.
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Sharks' Alex Nedeljkovic: Not great in relief outing
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Nedeljkovic stopped 15 of 18 shots in relief of Yaroslav Askarov in Wednesday's 7-1 loss to the Capitals.
The Capitals didn't take it easy on Nedeljkovic, who was a little better than Askarov. This appearance didn't lead to a decision for Nedeljkovic, who remains at 3-5-2 through 12 appearances. The 29-year-old goalie has added a 3.19 GAA and an .893 save percentage this season, which has seen him settle into a backup role. The Sharks are setting out on a five-game road trip that begins Friday in Dallas, but without a back-to-back set during their travels, it's unclear when Nedeljkovic might next get into a game.
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Sharks' Yaroslav Askarov: Pulled before first intermission
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Askarov gave up four goals on 12 shots before he was replaced by Alex Nedeljkovic in the first period of Wednesday's 7-1 loss to the Capitals.
It's the second time in four outings Askarov has received an early hook. Brandon Duhaime's shorthanded tally was the final goal Askarov gave up in this outing. He still ended up with the loss, falling to 10-7-1 with a 3.15 GAA and a .905 save percentage through 18 starts this season. After looking nearly invincible in early November, the 23-year-old netminder might be better saved for safer matchups in fantasy. He'll be a risky option if he gets the start Friday in Dallas as the Sharks begin a five-game road trip.
Sharks' Alexander Wennberg: Will avoid missing time
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Wennberg (upper body) will be in the lineup versus the Capitals on Wednesday, Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
Wennberg was labeled a game-time decision, but he'll avoid missing any game action after skipping Tuesday's practice. Wennberg will be alongside Adam Gaudette and William Eklund on the second line for Wednesday's contest.
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Sharks' Michael Misa: On LTIR, starting conditioning stint
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Misa (lower body) has been moved from regular IR to long-term injured reserve and loaned to AHL San Jose for a conditioning stint, the team announced Wednesday.
Misa has a goal and three points in seven appearances this season. He hasn't played since Nov. 1 because of the injury. Heading to the minors will be a good chance for Misa to shake off the rust and log big minutes as he continues his development.
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Sharks' Yaroslav Askarov: Set to start Wednesday
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Askarov is expected to start at home against Washington on Wednesday, per Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News.
Askarov has won five of his past six outings while allowing 15 goals on 182 shots (.918 save percentage). The 23-year-old netminder has a 10-6-1 record, 2.96 GAA and .908 save percentage in 17 appearances. While he's shown a lot of potential recently, he'll be facing the red-hot Capitals, who have won eight of their past nine games to elevate their season record to 16-9-2.
Desharnais (upper body) is week-to-week, according to Max Miller of NHL.com on Tuesday.
Desharnais has missed the last three games, and the Sharks moved him to injured reserve before Monday's 6-3 win over Utah. He has generated two assists, 12 shots on goal, 34 blocked shots and 28 hits across 20 appearances this season.
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Sharks' Alexander Wennberg: Game-time call for Wednesday
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Wennberg (upper body) will be a game-time decision against Washington on Wednesday, per Max Miller of NHL.com.
Wennberg's availability for Wednesday's contest is unclear after he missed Tuesday's practice. He has produced five goals, 13 points, 30 shots on net and 32 blocked shots in 27 appearances this season. Wennberg could be replaced in Wednesday's lineup by Zack Ostapchuk if Jeff Skinner (lower body) and Michael Misa (lower body) remain unavailable.
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Sharks' Pavol Regenda: Scores in team debut
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Regenda scored a goal on three shots and added two hits in Monday's 6-3 win over the Mammoth.
Regenda was acquired from the Ducks back in January, and he made his Sharks debut Monday after signing a two-way deal in July. He saw 12:32 of ice time in a fourth-line role, though the goal could help him get a longer look over Zack Ostapchuk. Regenda had just seven points in 19 games for AHL San Jose prior to the call-up, and it's unclear if he'll be able to stick around with the big club for a large portion of the season.
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Sharks' Adam Gaudette: Pots goal in win
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Gaudette scored a goal on four shots in Monday's 6-3 win over the Mammoth.
Gaudette was a game-time decision due to an illness, but he suited up and saw 14:12 of ice time in a second-line role. The 29-year-old has earned the bump up with a point in three straight outings. He's at seven goals, two assists, 35 shots on net, 21 hits, 12 PIM and a minus-4 rating over 23 appearances, but he's capable of putting together some strong stretches on offense.
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Sharks' Macklin Celebrini: Contributes three helpers
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Celebrini produced three assists and went plus-3 in Monday's 6-3 win over the Mammoth.
Celebrini has had plenty of starring moments in his breakout year, but he shared the spotlight with linemates Tyler Toffoli and Will Smith as the trio combined for four goals and 10 points Monday. Celebrini has gone four games without a goal, but he's picked up six helpers over his last three outings. The 19-year-old is up to 40 points (14 goals, 26 helpers) with 75 shots on net and a plus-6 rating in 27 appearances. Only Nathan MacKinnon (44) has more points this season.
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Sharks' Will Smith: Racks up three points in win
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Smith scored twice on five shots, added an assist and went plus-2 in Monday's 6-3 win over the Mammoth.
Smith earned all three points at even strength, and his first goal was the game-winner. He's picked up the pace lately with five goals and a helper over his last three outings. For the season, the 20-year-old is up to 12 goals, 15 helpers, 69 shots on net and a plus-4 rating across 27 appearances, mainly in a top-line role.
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Sharks' Tyler Toffoli: Two of each Monday
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Toffoli scored twice on five shots, added two assists and went plus-3 in Monday's 6-3 win over the Mammoth.
Toffoli was on a warming trend with three helpers over his previous four games before busting out for his first multi-point effort since Nov. 5 versus the Kraken. The 33-year-old netted both goals in the first period and helped out on a pair of Will Smith tallies in the second. Toffoli is up to seven goals, 18 points, 55 shots on net, 19 hits, 14 blocked shots and a plus-5 rating over 27 appearances while serving as a steady veteran in the Sharks' top six to complement the team's young talent.
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Sharks' Yaroslav Askarov: Makes 31 saves in win
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Askarov stopped 31 of 34 shots in Monday's 6-3 win over the Mammoth.
Askarov earned his fifth win in his last six outings. The teams traded five goals in the first period, with the Sharks leading 3-2 before piling on three more in the second to give Askarov more than enough support. The 23-year-old has allowed 15 goals over that six-game hot stretch, and he continues to cement his status as the team's No. 1 option in net over Alex Nedeljkovic. Askarov is up to a 10-6-1 record with a 2.96 GAA and a .908 save percentage through 17 appearances. The Sharks host the Capitals on Wednesday before embarking on a five-game road trip.
Gaudette (illness) will suit up for Monday's matchup versus the Mammoth, Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
Gaudette will avoid missing Monday's game after being deemed a game-time decision earlier in the day due to an illness. The right-shot forward is set to skate in a second-line role with William Eklund and Alexander Wennberg. Gaudette has found the scoresheet in back-to-back contests following a three-game skid.
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Sharks' Adam Gaudette: Game-time call Monday
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Gaudette is under the weather and will be a game-time call versus Utah on Monday, Max Miller of NHL.com reports.
Gaudette ended November on a high note, registering two goals and one helper in his last six outings. The 29-year-old center will likely be replaced in the lineup by Zack Ostapchuk if he can't play against the Mammoth -- though it's Collin Graf who could see the biggest uptick in ice time.
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Sharks' Yaroslav Askarov: First goalie off Monday
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Askarov was the first goalie off during Monday's morning skate, Max Miller of NHL.com reports, indicating that he'll draw the home start against the Mammoth.
Askarov has been largely effective recently, outside of a performance against the Avalanche on Wednesday in which he allowed four goals on 19 shots (.789 save percentage). Across his last five starts, he's gone 4-1-0 with a 2.65 GAA and .919 save percentage. He's already made two starts against Utah this year -- one at home and one on the road -- and he went 1-1-0 with eight goals allowed on 60 shots (.867 save percentage) in those outings.
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