Former Sharks Hunting for First Stanley Cup Victory Punch Their Ticket to the Stanley Cup Final
The Vegas Golden Knights have advanced to the Stanley Cup Final after sweeping the Colorado Avalanche. Former Sharks players Tomas Hertl and Joel Ward are now in pursuit of their first championship with the Golden Knights. This marks a significant opportunity for both players, who previously fell short in their attempts to win the Stanley Cup while with San Jose.
- ▪The Golden Knights completed a sweep of the President's Trophy winning Colorado Avalanche to reach the final.
- ▪Tomas Hertl, a former Shark, is looking to win his first Stanley Cup after a long injury history.
- ▪Joel Ward, also a former Shark and now an assistant coach, is seeking his first championship after retiring without one.
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| Original publisher | Yahoo Sports |
| Canonical URL | https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/former-sharks-hunting-first-stanley-043126880.html |
| Publication time | Wed, 27 May 2026 04:31:26 +0000 |
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