Alexander Wennberg knew he would have to assume a bit more responsibility with the San Jose Sharks after do-everything forward Mikael Granlund was traded to the Dallas Stars early last month.

William Eklund, Mikael Granlund, Tyler Toffoli and Mario ... Rutta’s second goal of the season came after Alexander Wennberg won a battle behind the Red Wings’ net and sent the puck in front ...

Wennberg recorded an assist, two shots on goal, two blocked shots and two PIM in Wednesday's 8-7 overtime loss to the Wild. Wennberg helped out on a Tyler Toffoli tally in the first period.

Granlund scored a goal in Monday's 3-1 win over the Kraken. Granlund seems to be getting into a groove, and if the Stars want to make a deep playoff run, they'll need the 33-year-old to be at his ...