Not scoring on those power play chances really killed the Sharks. It looks there is going to be another head coach available for next season. If the Oilers management are smart enough, they will ditch Eakins and hire MacLellan. I am sure the Canucks will also go after him so as the Maple Leafs. As for the players, if Sharks decide to make some changes I can see Jumbo Joe and Dan Boyle leaving. Marleau just signed a contract extensions, Logan Couture is still young, Vlasic is also still young and it shows how important this guy was their defense. Pavelski is a question mark. They might trade him or they might keep him and take over the captaincy. I know for sure there is going to be some changes in coaching staff.
As for LA.... wow what a comeback. It's funny some people were writing them off after the 3rd lost and some even suggested Darryl Sutter will be gone. Quick played a heck of a game tonight. He was focused and of course he was lucky on some plays also. What about Reggie?? Hmmm... i think i read that he is slowing down and washed up. They will play another California team Anaheim. Lucky for the Kings, they don't even have to travel far. That's two series.
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