Karlsson logged an assist and two shots on goal in Saturday's 2-1 overtime loss to the Penguins.

EDGE Analysis

Karlsson helped out on a Rudolfs Balcers goal in the first period, which was the extent of the Sharks' offense in a low-scoring game. The 31-year-old Karlsson ended a three-game point drought with the helper. The Swedish defenseman has 23 points in just 31 outings this year, surpassing his 22-point campaign last season. He's added 80 shots on net, 31 blocked shots and a minus-3 rating while playing in a top-four role in 2021-22.