Sharks defenceman Radim Simek needs knee ligament surgery
San Jose Sharks defenceman Radim Simek needs surgery for torn ligaments in his right knee.
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SAN JOSE, Calif. — San Jose Sharks
General manager Doug Wilson said Thursday that Simek tore his ACL and MCL after a hit in Tuesday night's win against Winnipeg.
Simek has one goal and eight assists in 41 games this season. He has mostly been paired with Brent Burns.
The first-place Sharks have depth at
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