San Jose Sharks defenseman Luca Cagnoni had a tough night defensively against a more NHL-quality team. He showed his usual flashes of puck-moving ability and strong defensive stick. Against a team fielding more NHL players, Cagnoni showed his inexperience and allowed some high-quality chances against. His night was overshadowed by Macklin Celebrini's injury, which may have deflated the team for the third period. Cagnoni finished with 19:57 TOI, two shots, and was -1. FIRST PERIOD: Cagnoni ran the second powerplay unit and created a few good opportunities once he got on the ice. San Jose failed to score on the man advantage, but both units looked solid. San Jose Sharks defenseman Luca Cagnoni runs the powerplay. SECOND PERIOD: Cagnoni got caught puck-watching and lost a man behind him, but Blackwood made the save to bail him out. THIRD PERIOD: Cagnoni once again got caught a little high in the defensive zone and had one of his first experiences defending a true NHL player in Barrett Hayton. Make sure you bookmark THN's San Jose Sharks [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/san-jose-sharks/] site for the latest news, exclusive interviews, breakdowns, and so much more. Sharks Lose Celebrini & Preseason Game; Utah HC Wins 3-1 [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/san-jose-sharks/game-day/sharks-lose-celebrini-preseason-game-utah-hc-wins-3-1] Macklin Celebrini Leaves Sharks Preseason Game After Scary Fall [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/san-jose-sharks/latest-news/macklin-celebrini-injury-sharks-preseason] 'It's Who Wants It More': Mario Ferraro Says Sharks Standard For Competitiveness Is Higher Than Ever Before [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/san-jose-sharks/players/sharks-competitiveness-mario-ferraro-setting-the-standard] Jan Rutta Leaves Sharks Practice Early; Injuries Piling Up On Defense, Leaving Door Open For Prospects [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/san-jose-sharks/latest-news/jan-rutta-leaves-sharks-practice-injuries-prospects-luca-cagnoni-jack-thompson] Former Sharks Winger Continues To Push For Devils Roster Spot [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/san-jose-sharks/latest-news/former-sharks-winger-continues-to-push-for-devils-roster-spot] * undefined
