The Sharks will be missing forwards Will Smith and Philipp Kurashev for at least three games, as both have been placed on injured reserve due to undisclosed injuries. Their roster spots will be filled by Ethan Cardwell and Igor Chernyshov, recently recalled from AHL San Jose. Smith, a key player with 12 goals and 29 points, and Kurashev, who has provided valuable secondary scoring, leave the Sharks without two top-six forwards during a critical stretch for their playoff hopes. Chernyshov, a promising young prospect, has been particularly impressive in the minors, leading the Barracuda in scoring.
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Sharks Put Will Smith and Philipp Kurashev on IR
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