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Locked On Sharks podcast is the daily podcast that drops the puck and keeps you ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the San Jose Sharks and the National Hockey League. Hosted by JD Young, a contributor at San Jose Hockey Now and Fear the Fin, the Locked On Sharks podcast provides your daily Sharks fix with expert opinions, local analysis, draft profiles, player interviews, and coverage of all aspects of the Sharks franchise. The Locked On S ...
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The San Jose Sharks finished signing their RFA's by inking Henry Thrun and Thomas Bordeleau this week. Examine what their contracts mean for their respective futures and their positions in the franchise. Then, several San Jose Sharks met with the media recently to react to some of their press availabilities. Start with newly re-signed defenseman He…
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Vancouver Giants and San Jose Sharks prospect Colton Roberts joins the show. We discuss who some of his favorite players were growing up and his path to the NHL Draft. We discuss his draft day experience and the carwash. Then, the quick turnaround to San Jose and development camp and his experience. We also chat about Macklin Celebrini's impact and…
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The San Jose Sharks drafted Igor Chernyshov with the 33rd overall pick in the 2024 NHL Draft. What are they getting in the Russian forward? Explore Chernyshov's draft profile, what the analytical models think of Chernyshov's future, and what his scouting reports said. Then, after watching Chernyshov's game tape in both the KHL and the MHL, what are…
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With the 2024 draft class additions, how does the San Jose Sharks prospect pool stack up, and where does each member rank? Start by examining how the prospects ranked before the 2024 NHL Draft and who missed the top ten cut, including first-round pick David Edstrom. Then, where do Filip Bystedt and Igor Chernyshov fit into the rankings, and if I mi…
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After Mike Grier's busy offseason, where does the San Jose Sharks roster currently sit? A breakdown of players who are locks to make the roster, who should make it, and who is fighting for their jobs at each position. Start with the forwards and why Macklin Celebrini most likely makes the roster, but there is a very small chance he starts with the …
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Where should the 2024-25 San Jose Sharks see improvement, and where could there be regression? Start with why the Sharks' offense could see tangible improvement this season, thanks to the increase in offensive talent from Macklin Celebrini, Will Smith, and Tyler Toffoli. Then, after the Sharks' penalty kill finished near the bottom of the league, t…
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Fabian Zetterlund had a breakout season for the San Jose Sharks and is entering the last season of his current contract. What are some comparable contracts if the Sharks wanted to lock up Zetterlund long-term? Start by looking at Zetterlund's production from 2023-24 and what ESPN is projecting for Zetterlund to do in the 2024-25 season. Examine Sea…
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San Jose Sharks prospect and Victoria Royals defenseman Nate Misskey joins the show. Nate discusses his favorite player growing up and who he tries to emulate his game after. We also reviewed his draft day, his golf game, and coming to San Jose for Development Camp. Misskey also talks about playing with Macklin Celebrini and Will Smith at the Prosp…
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Macklin Celebrini is set to join a special group of players as a first-overall pick playing in the NHL right away. How have some of the other first overalls faired in their first season in the NHL? Start by looking at all the players who have been selected first and went straight to the NHL since the lockout. Then, break down which players had the …
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The San Jose Sharks hoped to solve their long-term blueline issues by selecting Sam Dickinson with the 11th overall pick. Analyze what makes Dickinson such an intriguing prospect for the Sharks by diving into his game tape. Start with how Dickinson already uses his size and frame so well as a young player, plus his ability to defend and join the ru…
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After the 2024 NHL Draft, Mike Grier and the San Jose Sharks have built one of the best prospect pools in the entire league. Sebastian High of Locked on NHL Prospects gives his thoughts on the Sharks' prospect pool, how the foundation is set with William Eklund, Macklin Celebrini, and Will Smith, and why Sam Dickinson was exactly what the Sharks ne…
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With the offseason all but wrapped up for the San Jose Sharks and the National Hockey League, who were the big winners and losers for the Sharks? Start with why William Eklund has to be the biggest winner this offseason with the additions of Will Smith, Macklin Celebrini, and Alex Wennberg, all considered natural centers. Then, why might Thomas Bor…
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While the San Jose Sharks are set in goal with Mackenzie Blackwood and Vitek Vanecek, could Mike Grier and company look to add some netminder help for the San Jose Barracuda and insurance if Blackwood or Vanecek get hurt? Start by looking at the Shark goalie roster and why adding an AHL goalie who can play NHL games in a pinch is worth it. Start wi…
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With Macklin Celebrini and Will Smith signed, which National Hockey League teams have a better duo of forwards than the San Jose Sharks? Start by setting the rules for who is eligible for the exercise, which teams do not have qualifying players on their roster, which teams can't compete, and how most of these teams are viewed as playoff-caliber tea…
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As expected, Macklin Celebrini has signed his ELC and will play for the San Jose Sharks next season. Examine why this was the right move for Celebrini and the Sharks and why the future may be teal, but let's pump the brakes on exceeding expectations for next season. Then, get caught up on some recent signings by Mike Grier and the Sharks, including…
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San Jose Sharks fans showed why the vibes are off the charts right now, as there was a palpable buzz at Tech Cu Arena for the Sharks' annual prospect scrimmage game. With six first-round picks on the ice, headlined by Macklin Celebrini, the Sharks showed why the future is teal. Start with Celebrini's first game in teal, why he showed flashes of wha…
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A fan favorite returns home in Ryane Clowe, as the San Jose Sharks announce the hiring of Clowe to be the Assistant General Manager to Mike Grier. Analyze why Clowe is a great hire for the Sharks and their young players because of his background as a player and his work as a coach and a front office. Then, Ryan Warsofsky's coaching staff was announ…
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While Mike Grier has said he is done with any significant additions to the roster, the San Jose Sharks still need a right-handed puck-moving defenseman. With free agency winding down, look at some of the best options on the market for the Sharks. Start with Justin Schultz and why he would provide exactly what San Jose is looking for despite being t…
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General Manager Mike Grier and the San Jose Sharks opened free agency with a splash! The Sharks added two veteran forwards, Tyler Toffoli and Alex Wennberg, who should fill meaningful roles. Start with Toffoli and explain why he is the perfect addition to the Sharks and why his skill sets complement Macklin Celebrini. Then Alex Wennberg might have …
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The San Jose Sharks made several roster moves ahead of free agency. The Sharks announced the signings of Luke Kunin and Justin Bailey and the termination of Nikolai Knyzhov's contract. Start with what Kunin's re-signing means and why it sets him up for a potential trade piece at the deadline. Then, what are the expectations for Justin Bailey headin…
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San Jose Sharks Highlight Day Two Of The Draft With Igor Chernyshov And Leo Sahlin Wallenius
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On a busy Day two of the National Hockey League's annual draft, the San Jose Sharks added several key players to their prospect pool. Start by looking at forward Igor Chernyshov, who many had predicted would go in the late teens or early twenties. His skill set is a great complement to what the Sharks have added in their high-end skill players like…
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The San Jose Sharks Change The Franchise With The Selections Of Macklin Celebrini And Sam Dickinson
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The San Jose Sharks made two franchise-altering selections in the National Hockey League's Draft. Selecting Macklin Celebrini with the first overall pick will change how the Sharks organization is viewed because of how special a player he is considered. Discuss what Celebrini will bring to the organization and the ceremonial handing off of the orga…
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Who is the Bang The Table pick for the San Jose Sharks at pick 11? Look at some of the players who could be available and why Beckett Sennecke of the Oshawa Generals is the player that the Sharks should run to the podium if he is available. Analyze why Sennecke would help to solidify the Sharks forward group and why the upside is too good to pass u…
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San Jose Sharks Draft Sam Dickinson in 2024 NHL Draft The San Jose Sharks have selected Sam Dickinson with the eleventh pick in the 2024 NHL Draft. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-sharks/ Locked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL #N…
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San Jose Sharks Draft Macklin Celebrini in 2024 NHL Draft The San Jose Sharks have selected Macklin Celebrini with the first pick in the 2024 NHL Draft. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-sharks/ Locked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnN…
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Mike Grier has been active in Las Vegas as the San Jose Sharks made two trades before the National Hockey League's annual draft. The Sharks move up the draft board by sending 14 and 42 to the Buffalo Sabres in exchange for number 11. What does this mean for the Sharks pursuing a top-flight defenseman in the draft? Then, the Sharks send defenseman K…
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The San Jose Sharks have two first-round picks in Friday's National Hockey League Draft. Who do the top public scouts think the Sharks will take at 14? Start with Tony Ferrari of The Hockey News and whether the Sharks could look to take a big swing at 14. Then, Will Scouch has a few options at 14 and whether Stian Solberg would be worth the pick. N…
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The San Jose Sharks Acquire Jake Walman And Bob McKenzie Releases His Final NHL Draft Rankings
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The San Jose Sharks continue to add pieces ahead of the free agency in the draft, acquiring defenseman Jake Walman from the Detroit Red Wings plus a 2nd round pick in the 2024 National Hockey League draft for Future Considerations. Start with why this is an absolute home run of a trade by General Manager Mike Grier, as he gets an asset and a player…
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San Jose Sharks General Manager Mike Grier met with the media for his pre-draft and free agency availability. Start with Grier's thoughts on the NHL Draft, what the Sharks are expected to do with the 14th pick of the draft, and why going "Best Player Available" is the best strategy. Grier also touches on moving up or down from 14 and picking a goal…
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The San Jose Sharks prospect pool has been developing nicely over the past few seasons, but how do all the players rank compared to each other? Start with the rules, what is considered a prospect, and the grading criteria for making the list. Then, some honorable mentions, including Georgi Romanov, who takes the claim as the Sharks' best goalie pro…
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With the National Hockey League's Draft next week, we finish with the final three draft profiles of players who could be of interest to the San Jose Sharks with Will Scouch. Start with Swedish defender Alfons Freij and why he is being overlooked as one of the best defenders in the draft. Then, look at Linus Eriksson and if he could be a valuable th…
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The San Jose Sharks made several moves as the National Hockey League got a jump on the offseason. Start with the Sharks claiming playoff hero Barclay Goodrow from the New York Rangers. Start with why this move is head-scratching from the Sharks' perspective, as they already have a player in the same vein in Luke Kunin, why Goodrow doesn't help Mack…
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With the National Hockey League's draft next week, look at three more players the San Jose Sharks could target with Dobber Prospects Head Scout and Locked on NHL Prospects host Sebastian High. We start with Norwegian defenseman Stian Solberg, who many claim to be the most violent player in the draft. We examine why his offensive upside might be bet…
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The San Jose Sharks officially introduced Ryan Warsofsky as their new head coach. React from Ryan Warsofsky's opening press conference and some of his big takeaways, including his coaching philosophy and how he envisions the Sharks to play. Then, examine how he wants to develop young players by making it relatable and easy for them to understand hi…
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The San Jose Sharks are selecting Macklin Celebrini with the first overall pick in the National Hockey League's Draft in Las Vegas, but what are they actually getting in him? Start by examining his stats and analytics from his Hobey Baker winning season at Boston University and how his career projects based on these stats. Then, what do some of the…
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The Ontario Hockey League has several players who could be of interest to the San Jose Sharks at the end of the first round/beginning of the second round in the NHL Draft. Ben Jordan of Puck Preps joins to help profile three of them. We start with Guelph's Jett Luchanko and why, if he is available at 33, the Sharks should sprint to the podium. Then…
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The San Jose Sharks officially make Ryan Warsofsky the 11th head coach in franchise history. Start by examining why this is the right hire for the Sharks now, why we can't hold the Sharks' defensive woes against him, and a look at Warsofsky's resume. Then, revisit a clip with Sarah Avampato from when Warsofsky was first hired as an assistant coach …
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The San Jose Sharks 2023 NHL Draft class looks to be a foundational piece in their rebuild. Start with the three first-round picks, Will Smith, Quentin Musty, and David Edstrom, and how their draft plus one season finished. Look at Will Smith's season at Boston College and the next step for him in the National Hockey League. Then, how Musty and Eds…
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The Locked on NHL hosts completed a mock draft! With the San Jose Sharks picking first and fourteenth, who did they select in the draft, and who was available for them at the start of the second round? Start by looking at how the top 10 shook out with the Sharks picking Macklin Celebrini first overall and then how a run of defensemen took place in …
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After a disappointing playoff performance, Jacob Trouba is in the crosshairs for New York Rangers fans. What could they expect if the San Jose Sharks wanted to try and help the Rangers by acquiring Trouba for a price? First, start off by explaining why the Rangers would be looking to move Trouba and what type of player the Sharks would get in Troub…
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The National Hockey League combine has come and gone, and some San Jose Sharks news and notes have started to trickle out. Start with presumed number one pick Macklin Celebrini, being mum on turning pro, and the thought of sending him back to school for another season. Then, discuss other tidbits from the combine, including EJ Emery's athleticism, …
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Mike Grier's first draft class looks to have solid pieces for the San Jose Sharks. Start with Filip Bystedt and how his short time with the San Jose Barracuda displayed what type of player he could be going forward. Also, revisit the trade with the (then) Arizona Coyotes and how Conor Geekie compares to Bystedt. Then, how did Cam Lund, Mattias Have…
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The San Jose Sharks are in the market for a top-four defenseman this offseason. Could General Manager Mike Grier be looking to spend more than expected when the National Hockey League kicks off its free agency? Look at Colorado Avalanche defenseman Sean Walker, who the Sharks have been linked to, and what he would bring to the Sharks if he were sig…
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Joe Pavelski is retiring from the National Hockey League. Discuss what Pavelski's career meant to San Jose Sharks fans and how he continued to play at an extremely high rate with the Dallas Stars. Also, look at Paveski's Hall of Fame case and how he helped to inspire an entire generation of Sharks fans. Then, revisit the circumstances around the Pa…
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The USA Hockey National Team Development Program has a trio of players who are viewed as late first-round and early second-round players. Steven Ellis of The Daily Faceoff joins to profile EJ Emery, Cole Hutson, and Teddy Stiga. We start with EJ Emery and why his athleticism makes him worthy of a first-round pick despite his lack of offensive produ…
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After last season, the San Jose Sharks need help on the blueline. Which potential free agents could provide a boost for the Sharks and their young players? Start with LA Kings Matt Roy, who is projected to get a massive contract, and look at his stats, analytics, and usage with the Kings and if he'd be a fit for what the Sharks need. Oliver Kylingt…
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After only playing six games last season, the San Jose Sharks need to find insurance for Logan Couture. Start by examining Logan Couture's impact, the different scenarios for Couture, and what would happen with his contract. Next, look at two high-level insurance options available in free agency. How Sean Monahan could provide more offense for Mack…
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The San Jose Sharks 2021 Draft class has some mixed reviews. William Eklund has graduated to the National Hockey League, but what about the rest of the draft class? Start by looking at the players who were drafted, but the Sharks decided not to retain their rights, then why William Eklund is living up to his draft billing and could be ready to take…
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Beckett Sennecke has been flying up the draft boards ahead of the 2024 National Hockey League's draft in Vegas. Brock Otten of McKeen's Hockey joins to discuss what makes Sennecke such an intriguing prospect, if he is a Quentin Musty 2.0, and why we've seen such a rise in his stock. Then, we examine Sennecke's timeline and development and why Senne…
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Will Smith is expected to sign his Entry Level Contract and start his National Hockey League career with the San Jose Sharks this summer. Discuss why it makes sense for Will Smith to start playing NHL games this season compared to playing another year with Boston College and why Smith will be a better player a year from now for it. Then, how do the…
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