After missing the playoffs last season for the first time since 2003, the San Jose Sharks wanted to make a statement this season while opening with games against their Southern California rivals. After wins over Anaheim and Los Angeles, consider that statement made. Martin Jones earned a shutout in his first home start with San Jose, and Patrick Marleau scored twice to lead the Sharks to a 2-0 victory over the Ducks on Saturday night.
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