"The team played unreal," Askarov told reporters. "That helps me a lot, and I try to do the same (for them). It's a good team win."
Saturday, his celebration was a bit toned down. He pumped his fist right after the final horn as his teammates congratulated him. Named the game's second star, he played to the crowd a bit by removing his mask and cupping his ear with his glove.
Regardless of how the 2023-24 AHL All-Star Classic participant celebrates wins now, Askarov has come as advertised after the Sharks acquired him from the Nashville Predators in August.
Askarov was perfect again Saturday, making 26 saves as he earned his second straight shutout to start the season, leading the San Jose Barracuda to a 5-0 win over the Iowa Wild.
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