SAN JOSE (AP) — Just making it back to the NHL after a freakish accident nearly ended his career was accomplishment enough for San Jose Sharks goaltender Alex Stalock.Setting a franchise record for longest scoreless streak and thriving on hockey’s big stage has made the long, grueling rehabilitation worthwhile.Stalock’s promising career nearly ended three years ago this month when Dwight King stepped on the back of his left leg with a sharp skate, severing his nerve.But after being forced to learn how to walk and skate again, Stalock is playing even better than he did before the injury and is a big part of San Jose’s success this season.“This has always been my goal,” Stalock said. “It’s what I wanted to do from a young age. I didn’t want the injury to prevent me from getting back.
Sharks Stalock overcomes adversity