The San Jose Sharks have been one of the NHL's most impressive teams during the first week of the shortened 2013 season. But is this veteran squad a legitimate contender for the Stanley Cup?
With a 3-0 record, the Sharks are atop the Pacific Division. While that's not an unfamiliar position for this team to be in, winning the division was a goal they were unable to achieve last season.
Following last year's disappointing end in the first round of the playoffs, general manager Doug Wilson made a few smart additions to an already deep and talented roster.
Trading for veteran defenseman Brad Stuart has given the team more depth on the blue line and a player with Stanley Cup experience. The additions of forwards Adam Burish and Scott Gomez have also given the Sharks some more grit and experience.
Despite a long run of success over the last decade, the Sharks have not been able to win the Western Conference and reach the Stanley Cup Final.
These repeated failures, in addition to concerns about the team's age, likely caused many fans to forget about San Jose while making predictions for this lockout-shortened season. Howe ...
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