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Sharks Sign Forward Joel Ward

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).