Stenberg logged a power-play assist in Saturday's 5-4 overtime win over the Kings.
Stenberg set up Tyler Toffoli's second-period tally. It's been a relatively quiet start to Stenberg's rookie season -- through two games, he has no shots on net and a minus-1 rating. He's seeing time in a middle-six role and also features on the power play. Stenberg has a bright future and can hold his own in the NHL, but his minutes could be managed early in the campaign, especially if other wingers are producing more offense.
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Sharks' Ivar Stenberg: Makes splash in preseason play
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Stenberg had a hat trick and an assist in Thursday's 10-0 preseason win over the Ducks.
Stenberg, the No. 2 overall pick from June, is all but guaranteed an NHL job to begin the campaign. The 18-year-old took advantage of AHL-level competition in this game, and he should continue to see prominent usage once the puck drops next Thursday versus the Panthers in the season opener. Stenberg could find his way into the Calder Trophy conversation if he hits the ground running.
