In a recent game, San Jose Sharks forward Klim Kostin attempted to defend his teammate Mikael Granlund after a hard check from Calgary Flames forward Martin Pospisil. Despite the hit being ruled clean, Kostin expressed disappointment when Pospisil refused to engage in a fight after targeting Granlund. Kostin emphasized the importance of standing up for teammates, referencing the rarity of players willing to drop the gloves in today's NHL.
Throughout the match, other Sharks, including Nico Sturm, showcased their commitment to team solidarity by defending fellow players. Kostin remarked that every NHL team is expected to protect its best players, asserting that the Sharks embody this warrior mentality. Head coach Ryan Warsofsky echoed this sentiment, highlighting the camaraderie within the team.
As the Sharks struggle with a record of 1-9-1 in their last 11 games, the refusal of Pospisil to fight may have been influenced by the game's circumstances, as the Flames were leading late in the third period. The Sharks, who have now lost seven consecutive games, plan to regroup and practice after a challenging stretch.
