Sharks vs. Panthers: Predicted Lineups Revealed
As the NHL season progresses, a crucial matchup is set to take place between the San Jose Sharks and the Florida Panthers. Both teams have had their share of challenges this season, but they’re ready to face off.
Sharks vs. Panthers: Predicted Lineups Revealed
Scheduled for 6 p.m. ET, this game promises to be an exciting clash. Here are the projected lineups for both teams:
San Jose Sharks Projected Lineup
- Collin Graf — Macklin Celebrini — Will Smith
- William Eklund — Alexander Wennberg — Tyler Toffoli
- Pavol Regenda — Michael Misa — Igor Chernyshov
- Barclay Goodrow — Zack Ostapchuk — Ryan Reaves
- Dmitry Orlov — John Klingberg
- Mario Ferraro — Timothy Liljegren
- Sam Dickinson — Vincent Iorio
- Goalies: Alex Nedeljkovic, Yaroslav Askarov
Injuries and Scratches for the Sharks
- Scratched: Jeff Skinner, Adam Gaudette, Vincent Desharnais
- Injured:
- Ty Dellandrea (lower body)
- Philipp Kurashev (upper body)
- Shakir Mukhamadullin (upper body)
Florida Panthers Projected Lineup
- Eetu Luostarinen — Anton Lundell — Sam Reinhart
- Carter Verhaeghe — Sam Bennett — A.J. Greer
- Mackie Samoskevich — Evan Rodrigues — Matthew Tkachuk
- Sandis Vilmanis — Cole Schwindt — Jesper Boqvist
- Gustav Forsling — Aaron Ekblad
- Niko Mikkola — Uvis Balinskis
- Tobias Bjornfot — Jeff Petry
- Goalies: Sergei Bobrovsky, Daniil Tarasov
Injuries and Scratches for the Panthers
- Scratched: Luke Kunin, Jack Studnicka, Donovan Sebrango
- Injured:
- Brad Marchand (lower body)
- Seth Jones (upper body)
- Aleksander Barkov (knee)
- Tomas Nosek (knee)
- Jonah Gadjovich (upper body)
- Dmitry Kulikov (shoulder)
Status Report
The Sharks look to reintegrate Vincent Iorio into the lineup after he was scratched in their recent loss. In addition, Vincent Desharnais is back from injury reserve. On the other hand, Matthew Tkachuk will make his season debut following surgery in August. However, Brad Marchand will sit out due to an ongoing lower-body injury.
This game presents an opportunity for both teams to strengthen their standings as they continue their pursuit for playoff contention.
