Granlund and Hoffman lead Sharks to victory over Canucks with strong 3rd period play

During the game, Hronek tied the score 1-1 with a powerful slap shot on the power play, stunning the opposition at 15:37.

Reflecting on the game, Lafferty emphasized the importance of playing a full 60 minutes, noting that their success this season has been directly linked to their ability to maintain consistent performance throughout the game.

After Zetterlund put the Sharks ahead 2-1 in the second period, Boeser responded with a power-play goal, evening the score at 2-2 with a rebound shot at 19:39.

San Jose took the lead once again at the start of the third period, as Granlund scored his first goal of the season at just 22 seconds in, showcasing his skill and precision by maneuvering around the defense and slotting the puck past the goaltender’s right pad.

Granlund expressed his satisfaction at scoring, stating that finding a lane and successfully putting the puck in the net was an immensely gratifying experience for him.

Shortly after, Hoffman extended the Sharks’ lead to 4-2 with a well-placed backhand during a power play at 1:48.

Despite a valiant effort, Boeser’s second goal of the game was not enough to bring the Canucks level, as they fell short by a single goal when DeSmith was pulled for the extra attacker at 16:49.

NOTES: Notably, Quinn Hughes extended his incredible point streak to 11 games, a franchise record tying with Hronek, showcasing his proficiency as a defenseman. He now shares the record for the longest streak by a defenseman this season. … Boeser’s 15th goal of the season puts him in a tie for the NHL lead with Tampa Bay Lightning forward Nikita Kucherov. … With four assists in 13 games, Granlund is making an impact for the Sharks following his offseason trade from the Pittsburgh Penguins. … Hertl’s 110th multipoint game saw him surpass Owen Nolan for sole possession of sixth place in San Jose history.