Ash Sparks shuts out former team

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After playing in 18 games as the backup goalie for the Seattle Bears in S87 and S88, Ash Sparks was close to retiring from the VHL this past off-season when the Malmo Nighthawks made a trade to acquire the former 6th overall pick. Sparks has had a great start to his Nighthawk career, currently ranking tied for fourth among qualifying goalies with a 0.931 save percentage. While his 11-12-3 record is not the best, the Nighthawks have done much better in Sparks' starts as compared to their backup games.

 

In Malmo's most recent game, Sparks got a bit of revenge on his former team, shutting out the Bears for a 2-0 Nighthawk victory. This came off the heels of a game in which the Bears put six goals past Sparks, including the game winner in overtime less than a minute into the extra period. The Bears had also has a four-goal game against the Nighthawks early in the season. The two teams will meet twice more before the season is over.

 

For Sparks, this shutout was his third in 26 starts this season. He has been one of Malmo's best and most consistent players this season, and they are hoping they can count on him for several seasons to come.

Edited July 3, 2023 by scoop