Sharks Fall to Oilers as Third-Period Issues Persist
San Jose lost 3-1 at home to Edmonton despite a strong defensive effort through two periods. The Oilers scored twice early in the third, with Vasily Podkolzin and Alex Formenton finding the net. Macklin Celebrini returned from a lower-body injury and scored his first goal of the season and first as captain.
Macklin Celebrini returned from a lower-body injury, appearing for San Jose for the first time since an Oct. 3 overtime win over Los Angeles. He scored the Sharks’ lone goal, his initial goal this year and his first since taking the captaincy.
San Jose lost 3-1 at home to Edmonton. Mattias Ekholm opened scoring on a screened slap shot; Vasily Podkolzin scored at 3:13 of the third and Alex Formenton added a breakaway goal at 5:40. Yaroslav Askarov started in net, opposing Tristan Jarry.
Celebrini’s return from a lower-body injury could matter beyond the standings: fans who follow the Sharks may feel renewed engagement, while teammates and coaches may gain confidence from his presence. A captain’s health and performance may also shape how young players view injury recovery and leadership. The team’s recurring third-period troubles, if they continue, could affect fan morale and local game-day interest, though one early-season result is unlikely to have broad societal effects.