Sharks players react to tough loss against Predators

Head coach Ryan Warsofsky and players Alex Nedeljkovic, Sam Dickinson, and Will Smith discuss the team's 6-3 defeat.

Mar. 25, 2026 at 10:48am

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Following the San Jose Sharks' 6-3 loss to the Nashville Predators on Tuesday night, head coach Ryan Warsofsky and players Alex Nedeljkovic, Sam Dickinson, and Will Smith spoke to reporters about the tough defeat at Bridgestone Arena.

Why it matters

The Sharks' loss to the Predators was a setback in their quest to make the NHL playoffs, as they continue to battle for a postseason berth in a competitive Western Conference.

The details

The Sharks fell behind early and were unable to mount a comeback, ultimately losing by a score of 6-3 to the Predators. The defeat was a disappointment for the team, which had been hoping to build momentum heading into the final stretch of the regular season.

  • The game took place on Tuesday night, March 25, 2026, at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee.

The players

Ryan Warsofsky

The head coach of the San Jose Sharks.

Alex Nedeljkovic

A player for the San Jose Sharks.

Sam Dickinson

A player for the San Jose Sharks.

Will Smith

A player for the San Jose Sharks.

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What they’re saying

“We must regroup and learn from this loss as we look ahead to our next game.”

— Ryan Warsofsky, Head Coach

The takeaway

The Sharks' loss to the Predators was a setback in their playoff push, but the team remains focused on bouncing back and finishing the season strong.