San Jose Sharks goalie Martin Jones (31) makes a save against Edmonton Oilers’ Patrick Maroon (19) during second-period NHL hockey game action in Edmonton, Alberta, Monday, Dec. 18, 2017. (Jason Franson/The Canadian Press via AP)

On the SJ Sharks Podcast with Mary Lisa:

1 The Sharks dropped their last two games after losing Logan Courture we take a look at how Couture’s absence has impacted the team since his concussion last Friday in Vancouver

2 The Sharks Monday two goal loos in Edmonton 4-2 saw the Oilers score three unanswered goals. The Oilers have been struggling at home but were relieved to get a home victory. The Sharks also suffered on offense missing passes, some turnovers, and not executing the power play.

3 Goaltender Martin Jones has given up three goals in each of the last six games the Sharks are hoping that will improve over the next three game at home

4 One guy the Sharks had a tough time with in Edmonton was the Oilers Ryan Strome who had two goals which was the difference for the Oilers in  their win

5 The Sharks open a three game homestand starting Thursday night against the Vancouver Canucks, they’ll later face the LA Kings and the Calgary Flames. Mary Lisa takes at the advantages of having home ice in the upcoming homestand

Mary Lisa is a San Jose Sharks beat writer for http://www.sportsradioservice.com