Reimer allowed three goals on 31 shots in a 4-1 loss to the Predators on Friday. The fourth goal was an empty-netter.

EDGE Analysis

Reimer enters 2022-23 as the Sharks' top goalie, though it's by a thin margin over Kaapo Kahkonen. The 34-year-old Reimer was kept busy early in the contest, facing 26 shots over the first two periods. He produced a solid 2.90 GAA and a .911 save percentage while going 19-17-10 in 48 games last year. With the Sharks expected to be near the bottom of the Pacific Division, the Manitoba native is a risky fantasy option in formats that value wins, especially if Kahkonen or Aaron Dell eventually takes over the starting role.

Reimer will defend the road goal Friday as the Sharks face the Predators in the NHL's season opener, according to Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now.

EDGE Analysis

The Sharks have been designated the road team against the Predators on Friday, with the game being played in Prague. Reimer was 19-17-10 with a 2.90 GAA and a .911 save percentage for the Sharks last season and should see similar game action this season.

Reimer will get the starting nod versus Berlin Eisbaren on Tuesday, Corey Masisak of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Reimer gave up four goals on 30 shots in his prior preseason outing versus the Ducks on Tuesday. The netminder is in the mix for the starting gig heading into the regular season, though Kaapo Kahkonen and Aaron Dell are also competing for consistent minutes.

Reimer will start between the pipes and play the whole game at home versus the Ducks on Tuesday, Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Reimer is expected to enter the campaign as San Jose's No. 1 netminder after going 19-17-10 while posting a 2.90 GAA and a .911 save percentage through 48 appearances with the Sharks in 2021-22.

Reimer allowed five goals on 31 shots in Thursday's 5-4 overtime loss to the Oilers.

EDGE Analysis

Reimer let three separate leads slip away, and Zach Hyman completed the Oilers' comeback 1:37 into overtime. The 34-year-old Reimer is just 1-3-4 in April, allowing 26 goals in his eight appearances. He's at 19-17-10 with a 2.90 GAA and a .911 save percentage, which will likely be his final numbers for the season. Kaapo Kahkonen is confirmed to start Friday versus the Kraken.

Reimer will defend the blue paint during Thursday's road matchup with the Oilers, Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now reports.

EDGE Analysis

Reimer played pretty well in his last start Sunday versus Vegas, stopping 42 of 46 shots en route to a 5-4 victory. He'll try to snag his 20th win of the season in a road matchup with an Edmonton team that's averaging 3.69 goals per game on the road this year, seventh in the NHL.

Reimer allowed four goals on 46 shots in Sunday's 5-4 shootout win over the Golden Knights.

EDGE Analysis

The Sharks were down two goals in the third period, but they scored twice in the last 2:06 to tie the game. Reimer did his part in overtime on a penalty kill, and he added three stops in the shootout for the win. The 34-year-old ended his 0-4-3 skid Sunday, and he's now at 19-17-9 with a 2.85 GAA and a .913 save percentage in 47 appearances this season. The Sharks' home finale is Tuesday versus the Ducks.

Reimer will defend the road crease Sunday in Vegas, Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now reports.

EDGE Analysis

Reimer has gone winless in his last seven outings, and ending that slump won't be easy against a desperate Golden Knights team that's trying to keep its playoff hopes alive. Overall, Vegas ranks near the middle of the pack offensively at 3.15 goals per game.

Reimer allowed two goals on 27 shots in Thursday's 3-1 loss to the Blues. The third goal was an empty-netter.

EDGE Analysis

Reimer's losing streak reached seven games (0-4-3), though the Sharks' lack of offense Thursday was more of a problem. The 34-year-old has allowed 21 goals during his skid. He's now at 18-17-9 with a 2.83 GAA and a .913 save percentage through 46 contests. Reimer will likely share the Sharks' upcoming back-to-back with Kaapo Kahkonen -- they host the Blackhawks on Saturday and visit the Golden Knights on Sunday.

Reimer will patrol the crease during Thursday's home game versus the Blues, Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now reports.

EDGE Analysis

Reimer has struggled in the month of April, going 0-2-3 while posting a sub-par 3.27 GAA and .888 save percentage. He'll try to snap his personal six-game losing streak in a rough home matchup with a with a St. Louis squad that's averaged 3.70 goals for on the road this year, second best in the NHL.