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Quick bites: The honeymoon phase is over in San Jose

Growing pains are part of building a young hockey team, but eventually, the growing has to turn into something. Fifteen games into the season, San Jose Sharks Head Coach Ryan Warsofsky believes his team has reached that point, and he’s…

Published: Sunday, 1 November 2026 at 10:34 PM
Quick bites: The honeymoon phase is over in San Jose
Key Things to Know
  • Head coach Ryan Warsofsky warned the San Jose Sharks that growing pains can no longer excuse inconsistent performances.
  • Warsofsky indicated he may reduce ice time to enforce accountability and improve buy-in across the roster.
  • The Ottawa Senators defeated the Sharks 5-1 at SAP Center, handing San Jose its third loss in four games.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Following a 5-1 home defeat to the Ottawa Senators, San Jose Sharks head coach Ryan Warsofsky stated that his team has reached the point where growing pains no longer excuse inconsistency. Fifteen games into the season, Warsofsky emphasized that player accountability and buy-in are essential, suggesting reduced ice time could be utilized to address ongoing issues.

In the matchup at SAP Center, Michael Misa scored San Jose's only goal, while Ottawa secured the victory with goals from Dylan Cozens, Drake Batherson, Tim Stützle, Ridly Greig, and Shane Pinto. Annie Moore notes that the urgency highlights a critical developmental phase for the young roster.

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