2010 NHL Playoffs: Why the San Jose Sharks Need to Break up the Big Line NOW!

About a week ago, I wrote an article summarizing the dangers of the San Jose Sharks relying on the “Big Line” of Marleau, Thornton, and Heatley going into the playoffs.

My first impressions after tonight’s 2-1 Game One defeat at the hands of the No. 8 seed Colorado Avalanche: I was unfortunately right.

In the first minute of the game, I was elated at the prospect of possibly eating my words.

The “Big Line” came out pressing and drew a quick penalty, then proceeded to pepper the net, putting six shots on Craig Anderson and narrowly missing on several prime opportunities.

The momentum was short-lived, however, as the Sharks quick...

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