Kurashev scores shootout winner as Sharks beat Kings 4-3
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San Jose, Calif. — The San Jose Sharks defeated the Los Angeles Kings 4-3 in a shootout Thursday at SAP Center after Philipp Kurashev scored in regulation and the lone shootout goal. Ty Dellandrea had a goal and an assist, Adam Gaudette also scored, and Collin Graf recorded two assists; Yaroslav Askarov made 31 saves for the Sharks. Joel Armia, Anze Kopitar and Adrian Kempe scored for the Kings, with Kempe tying the game with 59 seconds remaining. Anton Forsberg made 21 saves for Los Angeles. The Sharks won their second home game. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.
Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.
Timeline of Events
- Joe Thornton received a Hall of Fame tribute at the Sharks home game.
- Adam Gaudette opened scoring 2:33 into the first period for San Jose.
- Joel Armia tied the game short-handed at 16:04 of the first period.
- Adrian Kempe scored with 59 seconds remaining to force overtime.
- Philipp Kurashev scored the only shootout goal to secure a 4-3 Sharks victory.
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The San Jose Sharks benefited directly from the victory through a game win, improved team record metrics reported, boosted individual player statistics, and reinforced positive momentum for their home stand.
The Los Angeles Kings suffered a late conceded tying goal in regulation, an overtime/shootout loss that cost standings points, and a setback on the final games of their road trip.
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Kurashev scores shootout winner as Sharks beat Kings 4-3
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