Yaroslav Askarov Makes Career-High 41 Saves in Sharks Regulation Victory

San Jose Sharks goaltender Yaroslav Askarov made a career-high 41 saves on 43 shots to power his team to a 6-2 win over the Ottawa Senators on Thursday. Originally credited with 39 saves before an official amendment, Askarov shut down relentless pressure—including stopping 12 unanswered second-period shots—to earn San Jose's first regulation victory in 11 games. The Sharks improved to 6-4-1 behind Askarov's stellar play and late empty-net seals.