The Sharks have a HUGE problem...
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AI GeneratedThe video analyzes the defensive struggles of the San Jose Sharks early in the season. Despite a decent win-loss record, advanced analytics—specifically Expected Goals Against (xGA)—reveal significant vulnerabilities. The team is struggling with puck possession and zone exits, leaving their goaltenders exposed and allowing too many high-quality scoring chances for opponents.
There's a big problem with the great white sharks.
And I know that at the beginning of this season we were three and one.
But all advanced analytics are indicating that the defense is
We are facing a major problem on the core.
So this video
I am analyzing
Will do that
What do the figures do?
can and
Very, very much
Telling Defense about the very same problem
Last year it was, and it seems like this season
I've come back again, and I know that right now
It's just the beginning, but we cannot ignore these figures.
We can do it, this is way, way, way too much, so let's go
They are in third place, which is very nice to see.
Yes, and we would like to continue it further.
To do that, we need the bad sharks of Sango
Necessity of considering a defensive posture
All the advanced figures indicate that this performance has been poor.
And clearly, let's look at our first four games.
It was a three-over time win, and there was a heavy 5–0 defeat in Dallas.
And I think one major reason was Silani's absence.
But in almost every game, we've been surrounded in our own zone.
As we are getting glimpses of our best breakout and spectacular zone control
But in most of the games of this season
We no longer have dominance over the possession.
This season, in terms of team possession, we've been very dominant.
So let's get straight to the point.
And let's talk about the average expected goals against
This figure estimates the shot quality and risk level of XGA
Expected goal breach per 60 minutes
This is only for 5-on-5 games, and I'm just trying to explain to you all that
What are expected goals against?
Vanar, in truth, we've been stuck so deeply within our own zone.
Therefore, for every defensive pairing, the expected goals against is higher.
But these figures are very shocking.
But these figures are very shocking.
I mean, this is really terrible.
We'll discuss this shortly.
But what does expected goals against mean?
during which a defensive pairing occurred on ice
How many goals do you expect to score?
And "per minute 60" means how many times it will occur in 60 minutes.
So, let's dive deep into this.
Clearly, Ryan Reeves is concerned about defense this season in San Jose.
There is still a lot of work to be done.
They may need to change their grip or practice passing.
So that we can easily get out of the zone
But in the previous match, we made some good changes.
And I believe we will continue to perform even better in the future.
At the very least, that is what I hope, and as we can see here
They are ready for the next chapter, and the pressure is on Dawnal Nurse.
There's too much pressure at the beginning of some matches, isn't there?
We were criticizing the nurse, after all.
Of course, they scored the winning goal in the final match during overtime.
So we're all happy with them, but Orlov is from the past.
They haven't played as well as the season has been.
I thought last year had been fantastic for them.
But this year their performance has dropped slightly.
Let's take a look at their shot share percentage.
The duo of Kagononi and Orlov
They have conceded two goals so far this season.
So if we look at their expected goals against, then
It's 3.29 in 52 minutes every time it stays on ice.
So much time they have played together this season
They have conceded 3 goals while playing on ice.
And this is a very large figure.
You wouldn't want your defense to reach the figure of three goals.
Especially at such an early stage
Especially at such an early stage, we've only just reached 52 minutes.
You can see that their xGA specific trade is 63.79.
While in reality, two goals were scored
So at this level, yes, maybe it's not that bad.
Because their expected goal is three, and they have scored only two.
But its being this excessive is a major concern for me.
I think with these players
You know, where we stand right now after four matches
In four matches with this pair, they won four matches.
Three goals are expected to be conceded.
This is a bit too much for me; I'm certainly not this
I would prefer to see the number divided by two, but this one
To a large extent, it's because of Orlov's play, I am
Because they can't get Pak out of the zone
And this is the very trend we will discuss in the rest of the video.
And if we look at the expected goal statistics for the nurses and Sertac
They have conceded only one goal this season.
Their shooting percentage is also above 40%.
If we look at their XGA, it's also around 3.
In the initial few matches, they are expected to concede 3 goals.
They have actually conceded only one goal, which is excellent.
And their figure for 60 is 3.09.
But as I said, this is still a bit too much.
Because if both of our defensive pairs are conceding three goals
So where are we now? Four matches have been completed.
These figures are estimates for three matches.
Conceding an average of one goal per match is not good.
Yes, it's a good thing that this line is just a circle.
It's providing it, but such a large number isn't good.
is because all the very good teams make those mistakes
You will surely be punished for it, and me
So basically, we're saying that we're going to a game.
And we are counting on Piyan's line and the nurse
The line will accept a goal in this game.
We are already two goals behind.
And this is not good, so I would like them to abandon their defensive stance
Improve the flaws slightly and make them more vigilant and more alert.
I think they played well, friends, I'm here
I don't want to sit here and say they were very bad.
It's much better than last season.
But if we are to return to the playoffs this year,
Then it will have to become even better, and also
And they could keep the defender of the weak point inside.
and you can also take a look at Sam Dickinson
You can also take a look at Sam Dickinson.
Sam Dickinson needs 5-man support
Yes, this is the title of our next chapter.
Because if we look at the goals scored against them alongside Truva
So these are three.
This is far too much.
I mean, it becomes quite large.
This is the most we have discussed today.
They've already conceded three goals this season, which isn't good.
And if we look at their figures for 60 and general statistics
So, we only expected Sam Dickinson and Truva to concede just 1.80 goals.
And they have given three goals.
Obviously, something bad is happening along this line.
Where we had expected them to concede so many goals
But they're eating even more than the Austin Dead Goal.
And their average is 60 minutes.
Short point for he
Too much
So as I said
We just need to be a bit more careful.
I will have to play better.
Do not limit turnover during passing
And be significantly more active
Keep your stick more active
The more they try to break the game
Do it and don't stay overly entrenched in your zone.
And that is precisely why I think these figures are already far too high.
Look, they've been together for just 25 minutes so far.
They have played, and they have already conceded 3 goals.
This is absolutely not good. I thought this was going to be
The pair will perform well this season, obviously.
They suffered a heavy defeat against the Dallas Stars.
are positive, but their expected
Looking at the goal figures, they are at 1.6—they are one goal.
Have consumed, but expected per 60 minutes
Figure 4.6 is very high, meaning they occur every 60
They're conceding about four goals per minute, which is absolutely
That's not good either; this is a very large figure.
We also need to reduce this figure for this line
We hope that Mishak Cherempno and Steinberg
You will get to see him playing together, and I hope this
Just stay available for one way maybe give
And the opportunity arose for Gole, and that's it, you know, his
remain available, and I think the future
We need to pay attention to the entire team
Strengthen your defense to overcome opposing teams.
You definitely don't want to see something like that.
You would want this team to play well in defense.
Don't give any dangerous scoring opportunity.
And this is certainly not happening right now.
And now, all we have to do is step onto the field.
And a bit better support from their goalkeepers
have done so and often kept the team in the match
Therefore, I still have a lot of trust in Ashcroft
Both goalkeepers are playing exceptionally well, especially this season.
We just need to defend better in front of them.
So that the statistics of the yard sales can be improved
Because he has been through difficult circumstances many times
Left alone
So yes, from this perspective, we need to reconsider our attitude toward ourselves.
Need to reduce XGA by 60 minutes
This is the real reform.
We will have to clear our exit and reduce the opportunity for the slot.
And long defensive zone shifts will have to be reduced.
We have seen this many times before.
Our several defenders are getting tired, giving the opposing team
More opportunities are coming to score goals.
The number of potential goals against us is increasing.
And what do you think we should pay attention to?
Do you think we need to restructure the team?
Goalkeeping or both should be improved together.
Please let me know in the comment section below what you think
Tell me, do you think these figures are too high?
These seem too much for me, and I'm a bit worried.
I think this is a problem like that
The one we're catching right from the beginning
This really needs to be fixed.
So, let me know in the comments section below what you all think
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I am your host Krishi, please take care

