Utah Hockey Club Hosts Winless San Jose Sharks in Crucial NHL Matchup

The Utah Hockey Club is set to host the San Jose Sharks on Monday, October 28, at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. This matchup is significant as the Sharks are still seeking their first win of the season, holding a dismal 0-7-2 record, while the Utah Hockey Club looks to rebound from three consecutive losses, currently standing at 4-4-1.

The Sharks have been plagued by injuries, notably the absence of Macklin Celebrini, the number one pick of the 2024 NHL Entry Draft, who has been out with a lower body injury since the season opener. Despite this, Mikael Granlund has been a bright spot for San Jose, leading the team in scoring with 10 points (4G, 6A) through nine games.

Utah, on the other hand, has seen strong performances from Captain Clayton Keller, who leads the team with nine points (5G, 4A), and Logan Cooley, who scored his first goal of the season against the Los Angeles Kings on Saturday. The team also welcomed back center Nick Bjugstad, who made his Utah Hockey Club debut against Los Angeles after missing the first eight games due to an upper body injury.

The game is expected to be closely contested, with both teams struggling in different aspects. Utah’s defense has given up 3.56 goals per game, while San Jose’s defense has been even more porous, allowing 4.22 goals per game. The matchup could see a high-scoring affair, with predictions leaning towards Utah securing the win.

The game will be broadcast on various channels including SEG+, UtahHC+, Utah 16, and available on radio through KSL Sports Zone 97.5 FM and KZNS 1280 AM. The NHL App will also provide coverage.