Predators erupt for 5 first-period goals, top Sharks for 5th straight win

The Nashville Predators scored five goals in the first period and cruised to a 6-3 win over the visiting San Jose Sharks on Tuesday night.

Filip Forsberg had a goal and two assists, defenseman Brady Skjei a goal and an assist and Matthew Wood, defenseman Roman Josi, Luke Evangelista and Steven Stamkos tallied for the Predators, who won their fifth straight.

Jonathan Marchessault had three assists, Ryan O'Reilly added two and Juuse Saros made 27 saves.

Will Smith scored twice...