San Jose Sharks defenceman Erik Karlsson will miss San Jose’s season-opener against the Vegas Golden Knights due to a personal matter, the team announced shortly before puck drop on Wednesday night.
No further details on the nature of the absence have been disclosed at this time, nor is it known if it will keep Karlsson from the lineup for an extended period of time.
The 29-year-old appeared in 53 games for the Sharks last season, scoring three goals and adding 42 assists.
San Jose’s next game is Friday against Vegas.
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