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Do Sharks have a power-play entry problem this season? They don’t think so

Editor’s note: Sheng Peng is a regular contributor to NBC Sports California’s Sharks coverage. You can read more of his coverage on San Jose Hockey Now, listen to him on the San Jose Hockey Now Podcast, and follow him on…

Published: Tuesday, 20 October 2026 at 12:30 PM
Do Sharks have a power-play entry problem this season? They don’t think so
Key Things to Know
  • Head coach Ryan Warsofsky and Macklin Celebrini denied that the Sharks have a persistent power-play entry issue this season.
  • The Toronto Maple Leafs defeated the Sharks 3-1, scoring two power-play goals while shutting out San Jose's man advantage.
  • Warsofsky conceded that power-play zone entries were problematic during the third period against Toronto.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The San Jose Sharks downplayed concerns regarding their power-play entries following a 3-1 loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs. Head coach Ryan Warsofsky and forward Macklin Celebrini both maintained that their entry analytics and overall unit chemistry have been strong this season, despite admitting that execution faltered during the defeat in Toronto.

Toronto scored two power-play goals while San Jose failed to score on the man advantage, notably misfiring on crucial third-period zone entries. While tracking data from Stathletes suggests entry struggles may represent a larger issue for the Sharks, hockey tactics expert Jack Han offered a broader analytical perspective on the team's approach.

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