San Jose Sharks Dman Struggling to Regain Form, Coach Suggests "Reset"
The San Jose Sharks' defense corps has been a hot topic of discussion all season long. After rotating several players in and out of the lineup, veteran defenseman John Klingberg finds himself on the chopping block. Coming off back-to-back losses, head coach Ryan Warsofsky hinted that Klingberg will be a healthy scratch for the first time this season when the Sharks host the Utah Mammoth.
Klingberg's play has been inconsistent at best in recent games, with a combined -4 and two giveaways in Sharks losses to the Calgary Flames and Seattle Kraken last week. Despite being a key player on the team's power play unit, Klingberg is still mired in a 3-for-32 slump with the man advantage over the past 10 games.
Coach Warsofsky believes that Klingberg needs to "reset" his game, citing improved puck play as crucial to breaking out of his current slump. When asked about Klingberg's struggles, Warsofsky emphasized that there is better hockey in him when playing 5-on-5 and acknowledged that the team has multiple defensemen capable of making plays.
Klingberg himself acknowledges that he needs to improve, stating that he just needs "a little bit more consistency with the puck." The veteran defenseman also downplayed any concerns about a possible health issue, insisting that his physical health is fine after missing close to two weeks due to injury.
With Klingberg potentially facing a scratch, another defenseman Timothy Liljegren may also be left out of the lineup. However, Warsofsky assures fans that the team wants to keep players fresh and "not let guys sit out for a while."
Klingberg's situation highlights the challenges faced by power play units across the league, but it remains to be seen if the Sharks' coaching staff can help their veteran defenseman regain form and contribute to the team's success.
The San Jose Sharks' defense corps has been a hot topic of discussion all season long. After rotating several players in and out of the lineup, veteran defenseman John Klingberg finds himself on the chopping block. Coming off back-to-back losses, head coach Ryan Warsofsky hinted that Klingberg will be a healthy scratch for the first time this season when the Sharks host the Utah Mammoth.
Klingberg's play has been inconsistent at best in recent games, with a combined -4 and two giveaways in Sharks losses to the Calgary Flames and Seattle Kraken last week. Despite being a key player on the team's power play unit, Klingberg is still mired in a 3-for-32 slump with the man advantage over the past 10 games.
Coach Warsofsky believes that Klingberg needs to "reset" his game, citing improved puck play as crucial to breaking out of his current slump. When asked about Klingberg's struggles, Warsofsky emphasized that there is better hockey in him when playing 5-on-5 and acknowledged that the team has multiple defensemen capable of making plays.
Klingberg himself acknowledges that he needs to improve, stating that he just needs "a little bit more consistency with the puck." The veteran defenseman also downplayed any concerns about a possible health issue, insisting that his physical health is fine after missing close to two weeks due to injury.
With Klingberg potentially facing a scratch, another defenseman Timothy Liljegren may also be left out of the lineup. However, Warsofsky assures fans that the team wants to keep players fresh and "not let guys sit out for a while."
Klingberg's situation highlights the challenges faced by power play units across the league, but it remains to be seen if the Sharks' coaching staff can help their veteran defenseman regain form and contribute to the team's success.
. I mean, Klingberg's playin' like he's stuck in neutral, and it's gettin' frustratin' for fans. The coach sayin' "reset" might be just what he needs, but it's not that easy, you know? It takes time to adjust and find your groove again.
️. Maybe this is just an opportunity for Klingberg to refocus and come back stronger than ever 
. We'll see how it all plays out!
Maybe Klingberg just needs some time to recharge & come back stronger. On the other hand, Liljegren is looking good right now so... let's not count him out either 
he's been struggling so much lately and it's like, totally affecting the whole team. i get what coach Warsofsky is saying, a "reset" makes sense but it's also hard not to worry about the veteran defenseman getting benched 
3-for-32 slump is tough to shake off... coach Warsofsky's right though, gotta "reset" his game & focus on puck play 
consistency is key 
what if he takes some time off to recharge & come back stronger? 