In this week’s installment, we look at why the 49ers should tank, the return of former Shark Patrick Marleau and the Earthquakes’ playoff exit.

We take a look at the surging Earthquakes, the historic losing streak of the 49ers and the uncertain future of the Sharks.

In our new feature, Emanuel Lee poses several pressing questions as we look at what’s going on in local sports and what’s to come.

If Danny O’Regan comes off as hungry, it’s because the Sharks have been rationing his tastes of the NHL.

Still just 23 years old, Tomas Hertl of the San Jose Sharks already considers himself a grizzled vet staring down a make-or-break season.

George Gund III, the original and long-time owner of the San Jose Sharks, passed away Tuesday morning at the age of 75. Gund, who died of cancer, passed away peacefully with his wife, Iara, son George IV, brother Gordon and his wife, Lulie, at his side.

UPDATE: The NHL announced on Thursday the cancellation of regular season games through Jan. 14.—Editor

Does no one understand math? The myopic individuals responsible for the NHL lockout have already lost more money because of the work stoppage than they will recover in a settlement.