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Sharks Locker Room: Behind Stenberg’s Surge, How Shootout Order Decided, Why San Jose Better After Players-Only Meeting

Michael Misa, Ryan Warsofsky, Ivar Stenberg & Mason Marchment spoke after the San Jose Sharks’ 3-2 shootout win over the New York Islanders.

By Sheng Peng · San Jose Hockey Now

Published: Tuesday, 10 November 2026 at 11:28 AM

Key Things to Know

Sharks players and coaches addressed Ivar Stenberg's surge and improved play following a recent players-only meeting.
The San Jose Sharks snapped a five-game losing streak with a 3-2 shootout victory over the New York Islanders.
Goaltender Yaroslav Askarov stopped 30 of 32 shots during the game and survived an eight-round shootout.

The Story in 60 Seconds

The San Jose Sharks ended a five-game losing streak by defeating the New York Islanders 3-2 in a shootout. Regulation goals came from Ivar Stenberg and Tyler Toffoli, while goaltender Yaroslav Askarov made 30 saves on 32 shots before stopping multiple attempts across an eight-round shootout to secure the victory.

Following the game, players and head coach Ryan Warsofsky discussed the team's improved form following a players-only meeting, with Michael Misa crediting individual buy-in and practice habits. Warsofsky and Mason Marchment also praised the recent surge and poise of Stenberg, alongside the steadying impact of Alexander Wennberg's return.

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