Sharks' Nikolai Kovalenko: Good to play

Kovalenko (upper body) has been activated off injured reserve, setting the stage for him to play Thursday versus Colorado, per Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News.

Kovalenko has five goals, 16 points and 68 hits in 45 outings between Colorado and San Jose in 2024-25. His return coincidences with Luke Kunin drawing out of the lineup for roster management purposes.