Askarov has been recalled from the San Jose Barracuda (AHL). Vitek Vanecek was hit by an arrant puck while on the bench in Tuesday's game and did not return, meaning he might miss some time given Askaro'v call-up. Askarov was excellent in a two-game stint with the Sharks earlier this season, posting a 1.96 GAA and .927 SV% in two games (1-0-1). The 22-year-old netminder was the 11th overall pick of the Nashville Predators in the 20202 NHL Entry Draft and has been dialed in at the AHL level most of the season, posting a superb 2.00 GAA and .938 SV% in 14 games (9-4-1) with the San Jose Barracuda (AHL).