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Sharks Appear to Avoid Worst-Case Scenario with Darnell Nurse

When Darnell Nurse left the San Jose Sharks' game against the Boston Bruins after a fight, there was some reasonable concern given the nature of his injury. First, it appeared that he may have hit his head on the ice…

Published: Thursday, 15 October 2026 at 8:10 PM
Sharks Appear to Avoid Worst-Case Scenario with Darnell Nurse
Key Things to Know
  • Darnell Nurse is considered a game-time decision against the Nashville Predators after avoiding a severe injury.
  • Nurse sustained the knock following a fight during the San Jose Sharks' contest against the Boston Bruins.
  • Defenseman Nolan Allan is prepared to step into the lineup if Nurse is ruled out.
The Story in 60 Seconds

San Jose Sharks defenseman Darnell Nurse appears to have avoided a serious injury after leaving a game against the Boston Bruins following a fight. Nurse was listed as a game-time decision for the Sharks' matchup against the Nashville Predators after reporting that he felt good following the morning skate.

Concerns originally emerged when Nurse appeared to hit his head on the ice and favor his hand during the takedown against Boston. If Nurse is unable to play against Nashville, defenseman Nolan Allan is prepared to enter the lineup.

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