Philadelphia Flyers at San Jose Sharks Preview: Welcome back, Martin Jones

Philadelphia Flyers and San Jose Sharks are both struggling for points. The Flyers are sixth in the Metropolitan Division with a 12-12-5 record, while the Sharks have a 16-14-1 record. Both teams are in reach of a Wild Card spot. The reintroduction of the NHL’s taxi squad has allowed for each team to bring some younger players into the fold. San Francisco has only Nick Merkley and Zach Sawchenko on their taxi team.

The San Jose Sharks lost 14-3 to the Arizona Coyotes on Tuesday. The team needs to improve its game play to avoid slipping further in the standings. They play the Philadelphia Flyers on Saturday.

James Reimer is the San Jose Sharks' first choice goalie. Zach Sawchenko is a backup. The San Francisco Barracuda's goalkeeping is inconsistent. Philadelphia Flyers play San Diego at San José Sharks.

Martin Jones is back from injury. San Jose Sharks can swap Barracuda players in and out. It allows them to try different line combinations. Philadelphia Flyers play San Francisco Sharks on Saturday.

Philadelphia Flyers and San Jose Sharks meet in a game that Martin Jones will start.