Joel Ward Has Successful Surgery, Will Be Ready for Start of 2017 Season

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By San Jose Sharks
sjsharks.com

SAN JOSE, CA - Sharks General Manager Doug Wilson released the following update regarding Joel Ward today.
"Joel was dealing with a minor shoulder injury last season and, once the season ended, had a choice to either rehab the injury or to have a surgical procedure.
Joel opted to proceed with the surgical procedure, which was completed successfully, and he is expected to be ready for the start of the 2017 season."

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