Tuukka Rask will defend the crease against the Sharks on Tuesday.

Rask will defend the crease against the Sharks on Tuesday.

Analysis:

Rask was terrific in his last outing, surrendering just one goal on 26 shots in a win against the Islanders on Saturday. The 29-year-old Finn draws a San Jose team he struggled against earlier in the season, as he gave up five goals on 28 shots in a loss back in November. San Jose has won six of its last eight contests and is currently in line to make the playoffs, so Rask will likely have his work cut out for him on the road.