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San Jose Sharks Rise in Pacific Division Standings
Publish Date: January 9, 2026
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The San Jose Sharks (2-18-3) are on the rise in the Pacific Division standings, sitting fourth. Vegas, Edmonton, and Seattle lead the division, while Los Angeles, Anaheim, Calgary, and Vancouver are behind the Sharks.
Before a rough go against Tampa (7-3), Team Teal had delivered a strong three-game win streak. Following the loss, San Jose responded with two straight wins, demonstrating resilience, depth scoring, and growing confidence throughout the roster.
5-2 Win Over Columbus: Dellandrea, Reaves, and Physical Presence
Against Columbus, Ty Dellandrea recorded one assist, blocked two shots, delivered four hits, and logged 8:42 TOI. Unfortunately, Dellandrea’s night ended early after a crash into the goal post. He is now out, considered week-to-week with a lower-body injury.
In 42 games this season, Dellandrea has earned 11 points (two goals, nine assists) and logged 18 penalty minutes. The centerman also sustained an upper-body injury earlier in the season which he seemingly played through in December.
With less than a minute left in the second period and the Sharks leading 2–1, a scrum ramped up both team’s benches. Blue Jackets forward Mathieu Olivier dropped the gloves with Reaves, each landing heavy shots before Olivier’s elbow took Reaves down.
Offering another physical presence, Zack Ostapchuk showcased his speed with a breakaway backhander that stretched the Sharks’ lead to 3-1. Ostapchuk finished the game +1, contributing four shots, two blocked shots, and three hits.
When asked about Ostapchuk’s presence, Reaves told media post-game, “It’s a lot of fun playing with him. He brings a lot of speed.” Reaves also added that Ostapchuk had “silky mitts” on the breakaway goal.