San Jose Barracuda experiences bitter ending to otherwise positive season
Briefly

The San Jose Barracuda made significant strides this season, reaching the Calder Cup playoffs for the first time in six years. Despite their promising journey, the Barracuda's playoff run ended abruptly with a 3-1 loss to the Colorado Eagles in Game 4. Key players like Igor Chernyshov and Chase Bradley showed potential, while captain Jimmy Schuldt emphasized the team’s ability to find positives even in defeat. Coach John McCarthy praised the team's effort but highlighted a crucial late penalty that affected the game's outcome. The loss was especially bitter due to the absence of injured star player Andrew Poturalski.
The Barracuda battled every game this season, culminating in a heartbreaking playoff loss to the top-seeded Eagles, despite strong performances from young players.
Coach McCarthy noted a late penalty and a penalty kill goal against changed the game's outcome, although he was proud of the Barracuda's overall effort.
Read at Chico Enterprise-Record
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