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Marco Sturm

Other than than the trade I most remember him getting injured in the 04 playoffs, which was a huge factor in losing the WCF. That was my first season cheering for the Sharks back in my middle school days, fun team
 
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Leg Injury for sure, He was one of the fastest skaters in the league before that. Great motor, fun to watch. I believe had the best career of any German born player until Leon came around. He was a fan fav and iconic shark for sure.
 
Just saw that he got a head coach job in NHL. What are you guys memories of him as a player? Was he any good?
Marco was my favorite Shark for years prior to the Thornton trade. Fast, smart, great on the PK. Less shoot-at-the-goalie's chest shots on breakaways, that was Marleau's schtick. I was honestly rooting for him to get the job when Warso was hired. I feel like he had flashes of taking over games on his better shifts before his leg injury.
 
At the time in the late 90s, he was on an up and coming team learning how to make the playoffs on a regular basis and get through the first round. He played along with Owen Nolan, Jeff Friesen, and was with Patrick Marleau getting his feet wet. His speed was undeniable and a real weapon. He brought hustle and positive vibes, and had a knack for showing up for the bigger moments. No one ever thought future HOFer, but he contributed up and down the lineup. He was well respected from early in his career as a legit middle 6 NHL contributor. The injury limited his biggest weapon, but his brain and general hockey skill kept him viable for many more years.

I’m not suprised he has done well in coaching. He’s always has the brain “gets it” such he can work with stars all the way to career “cup of tea 4th liners” and get teams to perform well.
 

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