Let’s start with a quick statement of the obvious: the Sharks did not lose on Saturday night because of Martin Jones. San Jose’s three game losing streak does not lay at the feet of its goaltender. And now for the but:
But the Sharks need more from Jones to compete this season, even in a weak Pacific division. Through 11 games Jones has posted a .900 save percentage and entering Saturday’s game against the Penguins he held an even strength save percentage of .9045. That’s just not going to be good enough.
Jones made four saves on seven shots on Saturday night and Aaron Dell didn’t inspire much confidence in relief as he allowed two goals on 18 shots.