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Alex Nedeljkovic Has Earned the Sharks’ Net Until Further Notice

The San Jose Sharks are only 12 games into the 2026-27 season, but their goaltender situation has begun to crystalize. The hopeful goalie of the future, Yaroslav Askarov, flashed signs…

By Sean Rinn · The Hockey Writers

Published: Monday, 26 October 2026 at 6:55 PM

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The Hockey Writers argues Alex Nedeljkovic has earned primary goaltending duties for the San Jose Sharks over Yaroslav Askarov.
Nedeljkovic has started the 2026-27 season with a 3-1-1 record, 2.37 GAA, and .902 save percentage.
Askarov has struggled out of the gate with a 3-4-0 record, 3.43 GAA, and .883 save percentage.

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The Hockey Writers argues that Alex Nedeljkovic has earned the starting net for the San Jose Sharks over Yaroslav Askarov. Through the opening 12 games of the 2026-27 NHL season, Nedeljkovic holds a 3-1-1 record, a 2.37 goals-against average, and a .902 save percentage, showing steadier play and greater resilience than Askarov.

While Askarov began the season as the designated number one, he has struggled to a 3-4-0 record with an .883 save percentage. Writer Sean Rinn suggests head coach Ryan Warsofsky should strategically deploy a goaltending committee that gives Nedeljkovic the tougher starts while allowing the 24-year-old Askarov time to develop.

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Alex Nedeljkovic Has Earned the Sharks’ Net Until Further Notice

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