Rob Blake is heading up the California coast, hoping to end his stellar NHL career with a shot at another Stanley Cup title in San Jose.
The veteran defenseman signed a one-year, $5 million contract with the Sharks on Friday, leaving Pacific Division rival Los Angeles for a more immediate chance at playoff success.
Blake is the longtime face and soul of the Kings, spending 13 1/2 of his 18 NHL seasons with Los Angeles, including the past two campaigns. Just last month, Blake said he expected to re-sign with the club _ but when the Kings didn't contact Blake in the first few days of free agency, the Sharks quickly grabbed their rivals' captain to mentor …
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