Sharks sweep Canucks to advance in NHL playoffs

SAN JOSE, California --

Patrick Marleau scored a power play goal 13:18 into overtime and the San Jose Sharks completed their first playoff sweep in franchise history as they take down the Vancouver Canucks 4-3.

Joe Pavelski scored with 4:27 left in the regulation to tie the game at 3 a piece. Mason Raymond, Alex Burrows and Alexander Edler also scored for the Canucks. Brent Burns scored for the Sharks.

San Jose will now get a break before beginning the second round of the playoffs next week.