It’s time Joe Pavelski gets his due.
The Sharks’ captain sometimes gets overlooked on a roster that includes Joe Thornton, Patrick Marleau and Brent Burns. — but just take a look at what Pavelski has accomplished since signing a five-year, $30 million contract extension on July 30, 2013.
He has produced 89 assists and 98 goals (187 points) in 200 games. That’s practically a goal every other game and and nearly a point per game (0.94). Before signing the extension, Pavelski averaged 0.