SJHN Daily: Still No Timetable for Nutivaara’s Return

The San Jose Sharks signed defenseman Markus Nutivaara to help steady the backend, but he isn’t even skating.

“He’s still not anywhere near where we need him to be to get back out there,” David Quinn said after practice Wednesday. “We’re still evaluating [his progress].”

The Finnish defenseman has dealt with injuries for the last two seasons, specifically hip surgery last year. He played in just one regular season game for the Florida Panthers last year and just the first pre-season game for the San Jose Sharks this year.

When Quinn was asked if surgery is a possibility, Quinn said that Nutivaara is going to see another doctor.

“He’s frustrated, but he’s got a good attitude,” Quinn mentioned. “[After two years], you feel so bad for the guy.”

The 2015 seventh-round pick was traded from the Columbus Blue Jackets to the Panthers in Oct. 2020. In two seasons for the Cats, Nutivaara played 31 games out of a total of 138 regular season games.

AT SAN JOSE HOCKEY NOW…

Matt Benning is upset after taking a cheap shot to a not-so-fun area.

Timo Meier was the benefactor of an unusual Anaheim own goal.

San Jose Sharks spoil Erik Karlsson’s first career hat trick in loss to Ducks.

Could Karlsson win the Norris Trophy this season?

OTHER SHARKS NEWS…

Barabanov and Karlsson did not at Sharks practice Wednesday morning. Both should be ready to play tomorrow.

No Karlsson or Barabanov at Sharks practice today. Lines:

Meier-Hertl-Labanc
Nieto-Couture-Svechnikov-Gregor
Bonino-Sturm-Kunin
Lindblom-Lorentz-Gadjovich

Harrington (65) – Megna
Vlasic-Benning
Simek-Ferraro

— Corey Masisak (@cmasisak22) November 2, 2022

The Mercury News talks about how the San Jose Sharks’ loss to the Ducks is a concerning one.

This Saturday, the Sharks have their annual Los Tiburones Night at The Tank.

Los Tiburones Night is almost here! 🦈 🎉

Here’s everything you need to know about this Saturday’s 6th annual Los Tiburones Night presented by @MilagroTequila ⤵️

— San Jose Sharks (@SanJoseSharks) November 2, 2022

Erik Karlsson and Jaycob Megna join their daughters in ballet class.

SJHN Daily: Karlsson, Megna Take Ballet Lessons With Daughters

Barabanov reaches the century mark for NHL games played.

Congrats to Barbs on hitting 💯 NHL games tonight! pic.twitter.com/CZltB51NAO

— San Jose Sharks (@SanJoseSharks) November 2, 2022

AROUND THE NHL…

Bruins complete a three-goal comeback to win 6-5 in OT over Penguins.

The largest European Avalanche fan club is headed to Finland to watch the Avs take on the Blue Jackets.

Jack Eichel is rounding back into his elite form.

Philadelphia Flyers steal a point from the Rangers in a 1-0 OT loss.

Darryl Sutter gave a funny answer for why his star forward had to leave the bench mid-game.

Nick Suzuki and Cole Caufield continue to shine for the young Montreal Canadiens.

A hat trick and three assists for Tage Thompson in an 8-3 win over the Red Wings.

Can the Maple Leafs continue to trust Justin Holl?

Ottawa’s beloved Senators could be up for sale; here’s what The Athletic says.

Former San Jose Sharks goaltender Alex Stalock was hurt after a hard collision against the Islanders.