Sharks 2026-27 Season Previews: Yaroslav Askarov

Last month, I discussed how the San Jose Sharks will need more out of Yaroslav Askarov if their playoff hopes are going to be realized in the coming season. While that much is clear, it raises the question about just how good he'll need to be without being unrealistic. He's likely not going to come out and compete for the Vezina, so what would be good enough?