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Sharks' Smith Scores 100th Point in Victory Over Blackhawks

4/7/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Will Smith of the San Jose Sharks scored his 100th NHL point with a third-period goal.
The San Jose Sharks defeated the Chicago Blackhawks 3-2.
Connor Bedard of the Chicago Blackhawks recorded his 200th career point with an assist.
The Sharks dominated 69.2 percent of faceoffs.

History

Historical Context

The NHL expanded to 24 teams in 1992, adding the Ottawa Senators and Tampa Bay Lightning, which increased competition and player milestones. This season marked the highest-scoring in league history, with 7,311 goals scored. Notably, 21 players reached the 100-point mark, highlighting the evolving dynamics of player performance and fan engagement in professional hockey.

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Story summary

Will Smith of the San Jose Sharks scored his 100th NHL point with a third-period goal.
The San Jose Sharks defeated the Chicago Blackhawks 3-2.
Connor Bedard of the Chicago Blackhawks recorded his 200th career point with an assist.
The Sharks dominated 69.2 percent of faceoffs.

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