Blackhawks take on the Sharks following Donato's 2-goal performance

Chicago Blackhawks (3-6-1, in the Central Division) vs. San Jose Sharks (2-7-2, in the Pacific Division)

San Jose, California; Thursday, 10:30 p.m. EDT

BOTTOM LINE: The Chicago Blackhawks visit the San Jose Sharks after Ryan Donato scored two goals in the Blackhawks' 5-2 win against the Colorado Avalanche.

San Jose is 2-7-2 overall and 1-2-1 in home games. The Sharks have given up 44 goals while scoring 27 for a -17 scoring differential.

Chicago has a 3-6-1 record overall and a 2-3-1 record on the road. The Blackhawks have given up 33 goals while scoring 27 for a -6 scoring differential.

The teams meet Thursday for the second time this season. The Blackhawks won 4-2 in the previous meeting. Donato led the Blackhawks with two goals.

INJURIES: Sharks: None listed.

Blackhawks: None listed.

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The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.