SAN JOSE – At 33 years old and on a one-year contract, veteran NHL winger Jeff Skinner likely does not fit into the San Jose Sharks’ long-term plans. But with the Sharks about to welcome back some injured players to the active roster, and precious few spots available, it’s perhaps now a matter of how much longer Skinner will be with the team this season. Skinner has been a healthy scratch for five straight games and could be on the outs again on Tuesday when the Sharks face the Vancouver Canucks to begin a five-game road trip. Forwards Kiefer Sherwood and Philipp Kurashev and defenseman Shakir Mukhamadullin could all be activated off injured reserve at some point during the trip, which lasts...
