Brent Burns Doubtful For San Jose Sharks' Season Opener

The San Jose Sharks will likely be without star defenseman Brent Burns for opening day of the team's NHL season, as he was declared doubtful by head coach Todd McLellan on Wednesday.

Report: San Jose Sharks To Start NHL Season Jan. 20

The San Jose Sharks will reportedly face off against the Calgary Flames to start the NHL lockout-shortened 2013 season. The game will be played on Sunday, January 20, in Calgary.

Among the storylines entering the 2013 NHL season for the Sharks is the injury-ridden defense, how the team will bounce back from a disappointing

Will the Shortened Season Help or Hurt the San Jose Sharks?

The San Jose Sharks' offense is ready to go. The majority of the roster has played overseas and experienced significant playing time in a competitive environment. Most notably, Joe Thornton and Logan Couture were key players for their respective teams in Switzerland.

San Jose Sharks Take To Twitter Explaining Reality of NHL Lockout

If you have not noticed, the players are not happy with the current situation of the NHL lockout.

With commissioner Gary Bettman and the NHL offering the NHLPA a 50/50 revenue split on Wednesday, the concern turned to the players and why they had not accepted an offer they have stood by for the entirety of the whole ordeal.

Ryane Clowe and Logan Couture were quick to explain the reality of the situation via Twitter Thursday.