The San Jose Sharks faced an emotional moment during their pregame routine as they adjusted to the loss of fan-favorite winger Fabian Zetterlund, traded to the Ottawa Senators just before the NHL trade deadline. Zetterlund's absence created voids both on the ice and personally, particularly for his close friend, William Eklund. Sharks coach Ryan Warsofsky emphasized the emotional toll on Eklund and stressed the need for team support during this tough time, as Zetterlund was not just a teammate but a significant friend to many in the locker room.
"An emotional day for him, and it's going to take some time. He's a young kid himself... So we've got to put our arms around him a little bit."
"...Eklund and Zetterlund were like 'two peas in a pod.' You can't really see one without the other."
"It's tough. He's not just going to show up today with a big smile on his face ready to go. It's tough."
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