Yaroslav Askarov Suffers Shootout Loss Against Vancouver

Yaroslav Askarov defended the net for the San Jose Sharks in Saturday's 4-3 shootout loss to the Vancouver Canucks. After being the first off the ice at morning practice, Askarov started the game and faced a high-pressure environment as the Sharks fought to keep their slim playoff hopes alive. The game was ultimately decided in the sixth round of the shootout when Askarov was beaten by Linus Karlsson, marking a tough end to the Sharks' final home game of the season.