Sharks' Yaroslav Askarov: Defending crease Saturday

Askarov will protect the home net against Seattle on Saturday, according to Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now.

Askarov has won his last two outings while allowing eight goals on 73 shots. He has a 12-8-1 record with a 3.23 GAA and a .900 save percentage through 21 appearances this season. Seattle sits 31st in the league with 2.47 goals per game this year.