San Jose Sharks goaltender Yaroslav Askarov (30) blocks a shot during warmups before their game against the Detroit Red Wings at the SAP Center in San Jose, Calif., on Monday, Nov. 18, 2024.

When Yaroslav Askarov came to North America, he was partnered with former San Jose Sharks goalie Devin Cooley on the Milwaukee Admirals. Dean Tait - Sport Shots - 'It Was A Special First Year ...

San Jose Sharks goaltender Yaroslav Askarov (30) blocks a shot during warmups before their game against the Detroit Red Wings at the SAP Center in San Jose, Calif., on Monday, Nov. 18, 2024.

Yaroslav Askarov is having a blast at the AHL All-Star Skills Competition, despite Alex Steeve’s exposing him on the short-side blocker. They share a good laugh afterwords. 😂 #TheFutureIsTeal ...

San Jose Sharks goaltender Yaroslav Askarov (30) waits for the start of the second period against the Pittsburgh Penguins at the SAP Center in San Jose, Calif., on Monday, Jan. 27, 2025.

Askarov, 22, was stellar Monday as he made 29 saves, including stopping a penalty shot by Penguins forward Drew O’Connor with 9:41 left in regulation time. “Woah, woah, woah, no, no, no.

San Jose Barracuda goalie Yaroslav Askarov smiles after his 26-save shutout against the Iowa Wild on Saturday, Oct. 19 at Tech CU Arena in San Jose. The Barracuda won the game 5-0.