Ward, 34, recorded 34 points (19 goals, 15 assists) and 30 penalty minutes in 82 games last season with Washington. He ranked 3rd on the Capitals in power-play goals (6), T-2nd in game-winning goals (4), and 4th amongst forwards in average ice time per game (16:51). Last season marked the second-consecutive season in which Ward skated in all 82 regular-season games. In addition, he posted nine points (3 goals, 6 assists) and 39 shots on goal in 14 Stanley Cup Playoff games. He was tied for the team lead in playoff points, T-3rd in goals, 4th in shots on goal and 3rd amongst Capitals forwards in average time on ice (19:02).
Sharks Sign Forward Joel Ward
