SAN JOSE – The Sharks are dealing with some mixed news on the injury front but forwards Jeff Skinner and Michael Misa could be available to play on Wednesday when the Sharks host Alex Ovechkin and the Washington Capitals. However, Misa could also be assigned to the AHL’s San Jose Barracuda to begin a conditioning loan if he agrees.

San Jose Sharks place Vincent Desharnais on injured reserve, recall winger Pavol Regenda from San Jose Barracuda

The Mammoth’s most recent game was a 1-0 loss to the San Jose Sharks. On the second half of a back-to-back, Utah was shutout for the first time this season. Karel Vejmelka stopped 18 of the 19 shots he faced. In addition to going 2-for-2 on the penalty kill and won 54.3% of faceoffs in the game.

San Jose Sharks players did not wear helmets during warm-ups before their game against the Vegas Golden Knights

San Jose Sharks forward Macklin Celebrini is expected to play against the Utah Mammoth on Monday night. Celebrini has been a consistent offensive contributor this season, averaging at least one point in most games and showcasing impressive finishing efficiency.

Tomas Hertl scored twice, Carl Lindbom made 18 saves for his first NHL victory and the Vegas Golden Knights beat the San Jose Sharks 4-3 on Saturday night to end a three-game losing streak.

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The San Jose Sharks host the Los Angeles Kings after Macklin Celebrini's hat trick against the Utah Mammoth in the Sharks' 3-2 overtime win

Will Smith and William Eklund each scored a power-play goal, helping the San Jose Sharks top the Vancouver Canucks 3-2.

Both the Sharks and Senators collectively left their buckets behind as they took the ice for pregame warmups this week at T-Mobile Arena.

The Utah Mammoth lost their fourth straight game in humiliating fashion on Monday with a 6-3 loss to the San Jose Sharks.