SAN JOSE, Calif. – The Zamboni at the Sharks’ main practice rink was still resurfacing the ice and the team’s scheduled scrimmage remained about 20 minutes away when Kevin Labanc – the first player out of the dressing room – opened the gate and began to glide around.
If it was an example of Labanc’s impatience to get this season going, well, he can be forgiven.
A little over nine months after a separated shoulder – and subsequent surgery – prematurely ended a disappointing 2021-2022 season, Labanc is back to full strength and eager for a fresh start under a new regime.
