Sharks release veteran Friesen from tryout contract

Friesen was given a chance during training camp to return to the Sharks The popular 32-year-old Friesen played for the Sharks from 1994 until 2001 The club didn't think he should get time at the expense of its younger players released Jeff Friesen from a tryout contract Thursday, ending the veteran forward's comeback bid a few hours before the club's season opener against Anaheim. Friesen was given a chance during training camp to return to the Sharks. The popular 32-year-old Friesen played for the Sharks from 1994 until 2001 and was traded to the Anaheim Ducks in a deal for Teemu Selanne. Friesen then played five NHL seasons with... [read full story]