The San Jose Sharks topped the Chicago Blackhawks 3-2 in overtime on Wednesday night in San Jose. The Sharks improved to 12-0-1 at home and an amazing 18-3-1 on the young NHL season. It was the second time that the Sharks defeated the Blackhawks in a 1-goal game in less than 2 weeks.
Jonathan Toews scored both Blackhawks goals – 1 in the 2nd period and the 2nd goal less than a minute into the 3rd period that gave the Blackhawks a 2-1 lead. The Sharks, however, tied the game with less than 12 minutes to go on Patrick Marleau’s goal. Joe Thornton scored the game-winner just 45 seconds into the overtime period.
Despite staying close all through the night, it was not the Blackhawks best showing. The Sharks out shot the Blackhawks 17-2 in the 1st period and 40-25 overall. The Blackhawks seemed out of sync for most of the game, but were able to stay with the best team in hockey for all 60+ minutes. The Blackhawks have 2 games left on the Circus Road Trip.
Tags: Chicago Blackhawks, NHL, San Jose Sharks
