Sharks Activate Eklund, Reassign Cardwell from Injured Reserve
The San Jose Sharks have made a significant roster move, activating winger William Eklund from injured reserve and reassigned Ethan Cardwell to the AHL San Jose. This decision was confirmed by Curtis Pashelka from the Bay Area News Group.
William Eklund Reactivated
William Eklund is set to return to the lineup against the Minnesota Wild. He was placed on injured reserve just last Saturday to enable Ryan Reaves’ activation. Eklund missed four games due to a lower-body injury sustained during a match against the Colorado Avalanche on November 1.
Impact of Eklund’s Return
During Eklund’s absence, the Sharks performed admirably, achieving a record of 3-0-1. The young winger is currently one of the team’s top scorers, compiling five goals and six assists for a total of 11 points across 12 games. His performance indicates that he could reach over 70 points this season if he maintains his health.
Ethan Cardwell Reassigned
To accommodate Eklund’s return, Ethan Cardwell has been reassigned to the AHL. In his four-game call-up, Cardwell contributed with one goal and averaged 12:21 minutes of ice time per game. His exit likely opens opportunities for other players within the lineup.
Recent Team Performance
- Sharks’ current record without Eklund: 3 wins, 0 losses, 1 overtime loss.
- Eklund’s statistics: 5 goals, 6 assists, 11 points in 12 games.
- Sharks’ last four-game win streak occurred in October 2021.
Eklund’s return to the active roster is expected to bolster the Sharks as they aim to extend their win streak to four games and their point streak to seven. The team is keen on continuing their positive momentum in the ongoing season.
