SAP Center hosted the game as a venue shift tied to the Laver Cup, underscoring the cross-sport scheduling quirks around Golden State’s playoff showcase and a notable expansion-season atmosphere.

<p>San Jose was one of Georgiev’s previous stops before joining Buffalo.</p><p>The mention underscores his career path through multiple systems, potentially signaling versatility and adaptability that could benefit his role with the Sabres.</p>

Vanecek's career includes time with San Jose, among other teams, underscoring a wide-ranging tenure that informs his adaptability and veteran value in Utah.

Liljegren is highlighted as a potential late-round option with upside in a deeper format, depending on whether he can translate potential into steady minutes and PP time.

San Jose’s young core and Klingberg’s potential role as a PP quarterback could spark a late-season offensive uptick if health cooperates and the top-six clicks.