Alexander Barabanov expressed his frustration with the Sharks' style of play, describing it as 'primitive hockey,' emphasizing a lack of puck possession and teamwork that undermined players' development.
Commenting on the team's disastrous performance, Barabanov noted, 'We didn't even try to keep the puck, play for your partner. It was the most simple hockey that kills the player in you.'
The season was marked by underperformance, with San Jose's .287 Points % reflecting one of the lowest achievements in the salary cap era, showcasing the team's struggles in optimizing player potential.
Barabanov's personal statistics mirrored the team's failures, as he recorded only four goals and nine assists in a challenging, injury-prone season after showing promise in his earlier years with the team.
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