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The San Jose Hockey Now Podcast is sponsored by Bring Hockey Back! Hello from Buffalo! Sheng is at the Draft Combine and we talk about what the San Jose Sharks can learn from the Buffalo Sabres' forever rebuild with Bill Hoppe. Hoppe has covered the Sabres since 2002, check out his work at Buffalo Hockey Beat! (43:38) But before we chat with Bill, Keegan and Sheng talk about Sam Dickinson and Kasper Halttunen winning the Memorial Cup, and the increased chatter about Dickinson making the San Jose Sharks full-time next year. (05:30) Why was a one-year contract for Shakir Mukhamadullin ideal for both sides? But could the Sharks regret it? (10:55) William Eklund and the San Jose Sharks have begun contract extension talks. Why is that a good sign? (15:00) With the Dallas Stars getting eliminated, we know the Sharks have the No. 30 pick of the 2025 Draft. What's the latest Combine gossip? (22:30) And now, Bill! (43:38) Looking back at the 14 years out of the playoffs, what can the San Jose Sharks learn about what not to do in a rebuild from the Buffalo Sabres? (50:40) What went wrong in the Jack Eichel era? Before Eichel was drafted in 2015, the Sabres had missed the playoffs with more competitive teams…what went wrong there? (59:30) How did the Sabres lose Sam Reinhart's loyalty? Breaking down the Sabres' 14 years in the wilderness, the first stage out of the playoffs was the last stages of an older, formerly winning team…the second stage was the Eichel era…the third era of the rebuild was post-Eichel and Reinhart, the Kevyn Adams era. How does Bill see the San Jose Sharks' rebuild coming along? (1:17:30) Speaking of the Sabres today, what's going on with defenseman Bo Byram? Why did Buffalo put him on the trade block? (1:30:10) Is there a chance that defensemen Rasmus Dahlin or Owen Power could be made available? (1:37:10) What would the Sabres want in a trade for a Byram, are the San Jose Sharks a good trade partner? What's the importance of stability in management and behind the bench? Bill thinks Mike Grier is the man for the Sharks' job…if they stick with him.

The San Jose Hockey Now Podcast is sponsored by Bring Hockey Back! San Jose Sharks senior advisor and director of player development Todd Marchant gives us a system update! (31:37) But before we get to Todd, we talk about head coach Ryan Warsofsky, goaltending coach Thomas Speer, video coach Nick Gialdini, and Will Smith winning the World Championships. (4:23) Then, we chat a little about the only San Jose players still playing, Sam Dickinson and Kasper Halttunen of the London Knights. And what do we think about Dickinson playing for the San Jose Sharks next year? (14:22) Our current thoughts about what the Sharks should do with No. 2 pick of the 2025 Draft. (21:40) And now, Todd Marchant! We talk about Sharks prospects, from the OHL to the KHL, Igor Chernyshov to Joey Muldowney to Yaroslav Korostelyov and more, just skipping San Jose Barracuda prospects. (31:37) We go league by league, starting with the OHL! Is Sam Dickinson NHL-ready? (31:58) Kasper Halttunen is stepping it up in the playoffs. Quentin Musty had a chaotic year. (38:40) Where does Marchant think that Igor Chernyshov will play next year? Areas of growth for Carson Wetsch? (44:34) Where's Nate Misskey playing next year? How's Colton Roberts coming along? Moving on to the NCAA, Joey Muldowney exploded this past season. (49:02) What's next for Eric Pohlkamp? Where will Muldowney and Pohlkamp play next year? How's Reese Laubach getting better? How is Brandon Svoboda handling his role? (54:09) Why did the San Jose Sharks sign Noah Beck? Is Timofey Spitserov still part of the organization? What's next for Eli Barnett? Is David Klee a sleeper prospect? (57:42) What compelled the San Jose Sharks to sign Mattias Havelid? (58:45) What was up with Leo Sahlin Wallenius's chaotic season? (1:00:19) Where's Axel Landen playing next year? Are the Sharks keeping Theo Jacobsson in the organization? How's Yegor Rimashevsky coming along? (1:03:40) Is Yaroslav Korostelyov coming to North America? Where will Christian Kirsch play next year? (1:05:48) What's the latest on Michael Fisher?

This week we discuss: 00:00 Previewing the NHL Conference Finals Match-ups 12:13 Reaction to the NHL Draft Lottery Results 32:50 Kasper Halttunen is named OHL Playoff MVP 33:43 Vote for Sharkie for the Mascot Hall of Fame! 38:38 Previewing the PWHL Finals 43:34 Golden State Valkyries make their Inaugural Home Opener to a sellout crowd 50:40 Bay FC Celebrate AANHPI Night 57:37 Signal boost for -> Chanel Keenan's GoFundMe for a new wheelchair accessible vehicle Partnership with The Hockey Podcast Network Sponsored by DraftKings Follow/subscribe to us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and wherever you get your podcasts! Check out our website! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Love what we do? Share with a friend! Or leave us a tip on Ko-fi! Opening Track: Make It Happen by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Fifty Sounds⁠⁠

The London Knights and Oshawa Generals head into Game 3 of the OHL Championship series tied at a game apiece. Mike Stubbs and Jim Van Horne preview the matchup with the help of Easton Cowan, Oliver Bonk. Jacob Julien, Kasper Halttunen and Knights assistant coach Rick Steadman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here is a preview of the OHL Championship Series rematch featuring the London Knights and the Oshawa Generals featuring Knights G.M. Mark Hunter along with Landon Sim, Henry Brzustewicz and Kasper Halttunen and the voice of the Generals, Jack Moore. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The London Knights lead the Kitchener Rangers two games to none in the 2025 OHl Western Conference Championship. Mike Stubbs, Kyle Grimard and Jim Van Horne go back oevr what has happened so far as they hear from Dale Hunter, Dylan Hunter, Kasper Halttunen and Rene Van Bommell and then look ahead to Game 3 at the Kitchener Memorial Auditorium. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As the London Knights get set to face the Erie Otters with a chance to close out their second round series Kyle Grimard, Mike Stubbs and Jim Van Horne break down what happed in Game 3 and what it will take to win Game 4. Hear from Kasper Halttunen, Sam O'Reilly, Austin Elliott and Rick Steadman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The San Jose Hockey Now Podcast is sponsored by Bring Hockey Back! Quentin Musty (and Igor Chernyshov?) are coming to San Jose! OHL expert Brock Otten of McKeen's Hockey joins the pod to talk about the seasons of these top San Jose Sharks prospects. (1:33:16) But before we talk about Musty, Chernyshov, Sam Dickinson, Kasper Halttunen, and more? Let's talk about the San Jose Sharks' recent play, including the end of Shakir Mukhamadullin's season and their lack of response to Frank Vatrano. (5:13) Let's be honest, Lane Hutson has moved ahead of Macklin Celebrini for the Calder Trophy.  Our thoughts on Cam Lund and Luca Cagnoni's NHL auditions. (30:32) Keegan is upset that Nikolai Kovalenko, Danil Gushchin, and Thomas Bordeleau haven't gotten enough of a shot with the San Jose Sharks. We also talk about Barclay Goodrow, Zack Ostapchuk, Ty Dellandrea, Noah Gregor, Patrick Giles, and Carl Grundstrom in the bottom-six. (40:13) Logan Couture made waves by following and unfollowing the San Jose Sharks on Instagram. (1:10:55) We also talk about the San Jose Barracuda and Yaroslav Askarov's return. Sheng also shares his thoughts about Musty's trade request earlier in the season. (1:16:04) And now, Brock Otten and his OHL expertise! (1:33:16) We talk Musty and Chernyshov, their NHL comps and ceilings, and why Otten is more excited about Chernyshov at the moment. Who's more ready for pro hockey? (1:34:07) What's Dickinson's ceiling? Otten is a big fan, but he's also aware of Dickinson's possible shortcomings. (1:56:56) How much has Halttunen's overall game grown? Otten is super-high on Matthew Schaefer. Who does he have at No. 2 or 3 for the 2025 Draft? No. 3 is a surprise! (2:09:22) Otten also shares some under-the-radar OHL prospects in the 2025 Draft.  Check out the McKeen's Hockey 2025 Draft Guide, coming soon! Their Prospects Report is also coming soon…the San Jose Sharks rank high there!

In the newest X gamer episode, Victor and Jesse talk about some minor leaguers of interest. Discussed are Kevin He, Luca Cagnoni, Nikita Artamonov, Andrew Cristall, Gabe Perrault, and Kasper Halttunen. Jesse takes a rare stand on a name's pronunciation. Have a listen! Our show is part of the Dobber Podcast Network and sponsored by Fantrax.com. Email fantasyhockeylife@gmail.com and ask to join our free discord. Join our Patreon at Patreon.com/fantasyhockeylife for rankings, bonus podcasts, in-depth prospect reports with video, show notes and more. Check out our YouTube for more prospect videos at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQPYVXp3foOcvh7344fjKmA. Listen and subscribe wherever podcasts are posted - and give us 5 stars! We want to be your best place to talk about the game of dynasty fantasy hockey

Finland got off to a great start and then USA stepped up their game en route to their first win in the 4 Nations Face-Off. Jules, Puckguy and Ian break down the USA's 6-1 win over Finland, Kasper Halttunen's night vs Barrie, and... mouthpieces or chew toys??? Teal Town USA - A San Jose Sharks' post-game podcast, for the fans, by the fans! Subscribe to catch us after every Sharks game and our weekly wrap-up show, The Pucknologists!
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With the help of Knights fans Mike Stubbs and Kyle Grimard run down some mid-season award winners on the London roster and then look ahead to the battle for top spot in the Ontario Hockey League on Jan. 10 between the Knights and the Windsor Spitfires. Kasper Halttunen and Jesse Nurmi talk about their success at the World Junior Hockey Championship and Kyle and Mike run through some of the trades made leading up to the deadline in 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steven Ellis of The Daily Faceoff joins the San Jose Hockey Now Podcast! Steven previews the World Junior Championships, and discusses the San Jose Sharks prospects who have made it...and some who didn't. (1:03:46) But before we get to Steven, let's talk about the San Jose Sharks' week that was! William Eklund and Jake Walman are dealing with injuries…is there a concern? Yaroslav Askarov is here, because of Vitek Vanecek's injury. San Jose Hockey Now has learned that the San Jose Sharks and Fabian Zetterlund have begun contract talks. (19:01) The Sharks took on Mackenzie Blackwood last week…why might he be a good match for the Colorado Avalanche and their style of play? We also discuss Shakir Mukhamadullin's recent stretch of play, Luke Kunin hitting double-digit goals, and more. (34:03) What do we want the San Jose Sharks to get for Christmas? (56:10) Now, Steven Ellis talks Sharks prospects and World Juniors! (1:03:46) USA: Thoughts on Quentin Musty's season? What's Brandon Svoboda's fit on the US roster? Is James Hagens the clear No. 1 of the 2025 Draft? (1:05:28) Canada: Sam Dickinson is having a big season, but how will his game translate to the NHL? Is Matthew Schaefer the clear-cut top defenseman of the 2025 Draft? (1:20:04) Sweden: How good is Victor Eklund, William's brother? (1:28:32) Finland: How's Kasper Halttunen's campaign going, from San Jose to London? (1:33:30) Christian Kirsch talk! Any non-WJC San Jose Sharks prospects catch Steven's eye? Finally: Connor Bedard or Macklin Celebrini? (1:42:55)

The London Knights are headed east. Kyle Grimard and Mike Stubbs look ahead to the road trip, talk about the injuries to Denver Barkey and Easton Cowan, the suspensions to Kasper Halttunen and Ryder Boulton, the trade of Blake Arrowsmith to Niagara and Game 1 of the CHL USA Prospects Challenge. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The London Knights started and ended three games in three days with shootout victories and in the middle held off the Spirit in Saginaw. London has now won 15 straight games and they won the 15th without some key players in the lineup. Kyle Grimard and Mike Stubbs talk about the latest wins and injuries to Easton Cowan and Denver Barkey with the help of Dylan Hunter, Sam Dickinson, Blake Montgomery, Kasper Halttunen and Oliver Bonk and also look at Elliott Friedman's report about an approval for "aggressive expansion" in the Ontario Hockey League. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From their 11-game winning streak to Easton Cowan's 51-game regular season point streak to the return of Kasper Halttunen... there is an awful lot of good news happening surrounding the London Knights. Kyle Grimard and Mike Stubbs break down wins over Guelph and Sarnia and hear from Kasper Halttunen, Austin Elliott and Logan Hawery who is back in London after winning gold at the Under-17 World Hockey Challenge. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on the San Jose Hockey Now Podcast we cover a winless opening of the San Jose Sharks 2024-2025 season, and a surprise Mike Grier press conference. What does Grier have to say about Will Smith, Macklin Celebrini, and the beginning of the season? We cover it all here. First, we discuss the development plan for Will Smith as described by Mike Grier. (02:52) We discuss load management, Smith's recent play, and what we think the goals are for this year for Smith. Second, Grier provided some clarity on the severity of the Macklin Celebrini injury. How long can the San Jose Sharks expect to be without their young superstar? (17:15) We cover the AHL play of Luca Cagnoni and Kasper Halttunen, and whether Grier thinks they stick in the AHL the whole year or get sent back to the CHL. (22:50) Grier gave a quick update on the Quentin Musty/Sudbury Wolves situation. (31:25) Finally, we discuss some of the bright spots in a so far winless season. Toffoli, Eklund, Granlund and Zetterlund are providing s spark in an otherwise poor opening for the Sharks. (43:00) Thanks so much for watching and subscribing!

After a loss to Saginaw and a win over Erie Kyle Grimard and Mike Stubbs talk about what made the difference in each game, Auston Elliott already living up to his nickname, the line combinations against the Otters and Kasper Halttunen's situation in San Jose. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What did we think of the first week of San Jose Sharks' action? Welcome to a new episode of the San Jose Hockey Now Podcast! But before we get to our reactions to the losses to the St. Louis Blues and Anaheim Ducks, let's talk about the San Jose Barracuda's opening weekend. Kasper Halttunen and Luca Cagnoni break camp with the Cuda! We can also put to bed any concern that Yaroslav Askarov isn't willing to play in the AHL and his opening night celly. (1:45) What's the latest on Macklin Celebrini's hip injury? (17:05) What are our takeaways on the San Jose Sharks' opening homestand? (25:58) We debate playing Danil Gushchin on opening night, and scratching him for the second game. What did we think of Macklin Celebrini and Will Smith's first NHL games? We also chat Mikael Granlund. (50:10) We both have praise for the line of Alex Wennberg, Barclay Goodrow, and Luke Kunin. (59:40) Keegan is loving Jake Walman. (1:05:43) We discuss Mario Ferraro, Jan Rutta, Henry Thrun, and Matt Benning's up-and-down performances. What did we think of Mackenzie Blackwood and Vitek Vanecek? (1:11:33) Does William Eklund have more to give? We also talk Tyler Toffoli. (1:13:29) Our closing thoughts about the San Jose Sharks' start! (1:19:14)

The San Jose Barracuda (1-0-0-0) got 22 saves from Yaroslav Askarov and a pair of goals from Kasper Halttunen in his AHL debut, blanking the Ontario Reign (0-1-0-0) 5-0 on Saturday night at the Toyota Arena. The shutout win was the first in a season opener in franchise history and Askarov's 10th of his AHL career. The Barracuda failed to beat the Reign last season in eight attempts.

The San Jose Barracuda (1-0-0-0) got 22 saves from Yaroslav Askarov and a pair of goals from Kasper Halttunen in his AHL debut, blanking the Ontario Reign (0-1-0-0) 5-0 on Saturday night at the Toyota Arena. The shutout win was the first in a season opener in franchise history and Askarov's 10th of his AHL career. The Barracuda failed to beat the Reign last season in eight attempts.

Barracuda GM Joe Will joins Nick Nollenberger in the broadcast booth to talk about Cuda Training Camp, Yaroslav Askarov, Filip Bystedt, Kasper Halttunen, Ryan Clowe and more.

Who are our San Jose Sharks' preseason top-10 prospects? (53:20) That's our discussion on this week's San Jose Hockey Now Podcast! But before we get to that, we touch on some of the big news from the first week of San Jose Sharks training camp. What's the latest on Shakir Mukhamadullin, Yaroslav Askarov, and Marc-Edouard Vlasic's injuries? (2:37) What's going on with some of the major training camp battles? (5:28) And now, our top-10 San Jose Sharks prospects! Keegan and Sheng have separate lists. Let's chat about, in no particular order, our honorable mentions. (15:54) Thomas Bordeleau (16:11) Leo Sahlin Wallenius Ethan Cardwell (23:30) Cam Lund (27:24) Eric Pohlkamp Brandon Svoboda (31:00) Mattias Havelid Collin Graf (35:44) Jake Furlong (38:35) Jack Thompson (43:31) Kasper Halttunen (50:39) Danil Gushchin (53:20) At No. 10, Keegan has Gushchin. Sheng has Luca Cagnoni. (1:07:43) At No. 9, Keegan has Filip Bystedt. (1:12:50) Sheng has Igor Chernyshov. (1:15:40) At No. 8, Keegan has Cagnoni. (1:18:23) Sheng has Halttunen. (1:24:08) At No. 7, Keegan has Chernyshov. Sheng has Bystedt. (1:28:46) Keegan and Sheng agree the rest of the way, though Sheng had plenty of pushback from NHL scouts on No. 2 Will Smith: Quentin Musty (1:36:34) Mukhamadullin (1:48:59) Sam Dickinson (1:51:19) Askarov (1:56:30) Will Smith (2:00:43) Macklin Celebrini (2:13:04)

This week on the San Jose Hockey Now Podcast, we discuss all the standouts from San Jose's dominant performance at the Rookie Faceoff tournament this past weekend. How did the likes of Quentin Musty, Macklin Celebrini, Luca Cagnoni and Will Smith fare against other teams' top prospects? Find out this week! (06:20) But before all that, we have some news! There's a new host at NBC for Sharks pre- and post games, longtime Sharks fan Alan Hoshida. (02:55) We talked about the defense first, then the forwards for this week's rookie faceoff:  Defenseman: -Luca Cagnoni (06:20) -Sam Dickinson (20:35) - Artem Guryev  (25:35) - Braden Hache (26:45) - Gannon Laroque and Valtteri Pulli (31:00) Forwards: -Nolan Burke (37:07) -Ethan Cardwell (40:40) -Macklin Celebrini (47:35) -Collin Graf (54:02) -Kasper Halttunen (56:35) -Quentin Musty (1:02:45) -Will Smith (1:16:15) -Carson Wetsch (1:23:35)

Joe Will joins the San Jose Hockey Now Podcast! The San Jose Barracuda GM talks about the Barracuda goaltending situation, John McCarthy as a developer of talent, and San Jose's AHL player turnover rate. But before we get to Joe Will (53:15), we talk about this week in San Jose Sharks news! Igor Chernyshov signs with the San Jose Sharks! He's also playing for the Saginaw Spirit. Why not the AHL for Chernyshov? Will Russian native Chernyshov feel isolated in Saginaw? Sheng reached out to Chernyshov's agent Dan Milstein about that. (2:28) The San Jose Sharks impressed at World Junior Summer Showcase! Keegan talked about what he saw from prospects who impressed like Brandon Svoboda and Leo Sahlin Wallenius and Sam Dickinson, Quentin Musty being just okay, and Carson Wetsch and Axel Landen. (8:50) Keegan discussed three Draft trends that he's observed in the Mike Grier era. (19:31) Sheng talked about what ex-San Jose Sharks GM Doug Wilson said about letting Joe Pavelski walk as a free agent in 2019. (26:29) How has the Erik Karlsson trade to the Pittsburgh Penguins looked for the Sharks, one year later? (36:58)  Last call for subscriber Andy Drexler, last chance to win your Sharks legend autograph! You have until the end of this week to reach out to Sheng via e-mail. (50:08) And now, Joe Will! (53:15) Will talks about the Barracuda's big free agent signings this summer, Andrew Poturalski, Lucas Carlsson, and Jimmy Schuldt, and where they will slot in with the Cuda. (55:00) Could the Barracuda add one more high-end veteran before camp? Will says yes, and reveals the positional fit. How about the goaltending? Fans have been expecting a more veteran goalie to be added to the Barracuda…Will says that the San Jose Sharks organization, if anything, is looking for an older, more experienced prospect for that role. (57:17) Could the San Jose Sharks find their No. 3 goalie in waivers?  Will discusses stories that have circulated that some of the recent Cuda veterans and their wives haven't been happy in San Jose. In his view, has player treatment been a problem in San Jose in recent years? (1:02:20) Will suggests another reason why veterans might be unhappy. How has treatment of players changed from Worcester to San Jose? Does Will have to make better contract offers with a Bay Area-based team? Will defends head coach John McCarthy's track record as a developer of talent. (1:08:43) How did Barracuda prospects progress throughout last season, what were they asked to focus on this off-season? Going by position. (1:12:16) Magnus Chrona (1:12:52) Georgi Romanov Will explains rolling with Eetu Makiniemi last year, his profile looks like what the San Jose Sharks are looking for right now, absent Makiniemi's injuries. (1:15:10) Thomas Bordeleau (1:17:18) Danil Gushchin Ethan Cardwell (1:20:23) Filip Bystedt Tristen Robins (1:26:12) Shakir Mukhamadullin (1:27:22) Jack Thompson (1:32:00) Valtteri Pulli Artem Guryev (1:35:38) Gannon Laroque Will discusses Luca Cagnoni and Kasper Halttunen, both eligible to return to the CHL, breaking camp with the Barracuda instead. (1:42:00) Does Will expect this Barracuda team to make the playoffs? Or do they need more? (1:47:42) Will was also San Jose Sharks interim GM throughout most of the 2021-22 season: Keegan asks him about re-signed Tomas Hertl to an eight-year extension. (1:50:40)

Like a cooler that is filled to the brim and headed to the beach there is so much to pack into a Knight Shift summer update. Four new NHL draft picks stretches the streak of at least one player being selected from the Knights roster to 55 years. Londoners and former London players have new deals in the National Hockey League and the Knights made two picks in the 2024 CHL Import Draft and still managed to keep Kasper Halttunen and Ruslan Gazizov. Mike Stubbs and Kyle Grimard g through all of it and talk with Jared Woolley and London assistant general manager, Rob Simpson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the San Jose Hockey Now Podcast!We welcome San Jose Sharks' Director of Player Development Todd Marchant back to the show for our 50th episode! Todd was our very first guest on the new San Jose Hockey Now Podcast, and we celebrate our 50th episode by getting his thoughts on tons of Sharks prospects, from Quentin Musty to Alex Young. (57:13)But first! It was the NHL Scouting Combine this week and Sheng was on the ground in Buffalo. He shares loads of buzz, rumors and some confirmed prospect interviews. He added a new name to his list from yesterday. (3:25)We cover whether we think Macklin Celebrini is actually going to return to the NCAA or sign with the Sharks, after multiple interviews have come out that Macklin is undecided at this point. (16:00)We have some coaching search updates, including some rumored finalists to share. Also, did the San Jose Sharks ever reach out to David Carle or Joel Ward? (25:05)Are the Sharks going to be active in free agency this summer? Jeff Marek floated the possibility of Jake Guentzel as a FA target, and we give our thoughts on that possibility. Also, will Eetu Makinemi be back? (33:25)Our last topic is the retirement of Joe Pavelski. We share some of our thoughts about his tremendous career, and whether he has enough of a resume for the Hall of Fame. (42:50)And now it's time for Todd Marchant! (57:13)We decided to go through the San Jose Sharks system, from the 2023 Draft to the 2020 with Todd, discussing some well-known and lots of lesser-known prospects as well, focusing on mostly non-Barracuda prospects.First, the 2023 Draft!Quentin Musty (59:10)Kasper Halttunen (1:03:47)Brandon Svoboda (1:05:15)Luca Cagnoni (1:08:03)Axel Landén (1:10:28)Eric Pohlkamp (1:12:10)David Klee (1:14:30)Yegor Rimashevsky (1:16:15)2022:Filip Bystedt (1:19:45)Cam Lund (1:21:45)Mattias Hävelid (1:23:10)Michael Fisher (1:26:35)Mason Beaupit (1:28:45)Jake Furlong (1:30:20)Joey Muldowney, Eli Barnett and Reese Laubach (1:34:02)Who's left from the 2021 Draft, not playing with the Barracuda or the San Jose Sharks?Theo Jacobsson (1:37:19)Yevgeni Kashnikov (1:38:25)2020:Alex Young (1:39:25)Timofei Spitserov (1:40:25)Brandon Coe (1:41:30)We also discuss with Todd some prospects not drafted by the San Jose Sharks, starting with David Edstrom, acquired in the Tomas Hertl trade. (1:43:35)Finally, what does Todd think of Collin Graf? (1:45:10)Todd shares some final thoughts about the direction of the Sharks going forward and who has taken some big steps from last year. (1:47:50)Thanks for watching! ★ Support this podcast ★

Craig Button joins the San Jose Hockey Now Podcast this week!The TSN draft guru thinks Macklin Celebrini and Will Smith might make a Crosby-Malkin like impact on the San Jose Sharks, who he'd consider for San Jose at No. 14, and an underrated Sharks prospect that he really likes. (1:22:52)But before we get to Craig, Keegan and I talk about the San Jose Sharks coaching search. (2:18)Then, we chat about four positions that the Sharks should target this off-season if they want to be more competitive, and discuss J.G. Pageau, Dakota Joshua, Dylan DeMelo, and Sean Walker as realistic possibilities. Sheng also suggests a couple more intriguing names in this middle class of the free agency market. (15:49)We discuss the San Jose Sharks signing Luca Cagnoni. Are Sharks fans perhaps overrating Cagnoni? And is he better suited to start next season in the AHL or go back to the WHL? (44:24)Have Sheng or Keegan changed their minds about whether Will Smith will sign with the San Jose Sharks for next year? (1:10:18)Finally, before we interview Craig Button, we discuss his recent, perhaps controversial top-64 list (1:12:22) on TSN. By the way, we talked with Craig before he released these rankings:https://www.tsn.ca/nhl/craig-s-list-konsta-helenius-tij-iginla-push-into-top-five-1.2124326And now, Craig Button! (1:22:52)What is Macklin Celebrini's ceiling? Why is Craig so high on him? (1:23:30)Button draws parallels between Smith getting drafted a year before Celebrini…to the Pittsburgh Penguins getting Evgeni Malkin in 2004 and Sidney Crosby in 2005. Whoa! Button calls Smith a difference-maker. (1:28:40)Button compares Celebrini to Leo Carlsson and Adam Fantilli. (1:30:12)He discusses the recently-concluded U-18's. (1:32:00)Who could the San Jose Sharks pick at No. 14?Button gives his thoughts about Trevor Connelly (1:36:35), Tij Iginla, Terik Parascak (1:42:25), Adam Jiricek (1:51:19), EJ Emery (1:54:10), Stian Solberg (1:54:47), Charlie Elick (1:55:10), and Dominik Badinka.Button doesn't see a big difference between Anton Silayev and Emery!Button discusses the goaltending in the 2024 Draft. There's only one goalie that he'd considered in the second round.(1:56:10)Button talks about how Will Smith has “wowed” him for a long time and if he's ready for the NHL. (2:00:37)Button shares his thoughts about Quentin Musty (2:06:55), Kasper Halttunen (2:08:55), and Luca Cagnoni. (2:11:45)Button shouts out a now under-the-radar San Jose Sharks prospect. (2:12:25) ★ Support this podcast ★

This week on the San Jose Hockey Now Podcast, we welcome back Nico Sturm! (57:15) We ask Nico all about the David Quinn tenure and his recent firing by GM Mike Grier, what Nico thinks about Quinn's coaching style and the 2023-2024 season in general. We also ask him about his likely future San Jose Sharks teammate Macklin Celebrini!But before that, we cover just a few topics in what was a light few weeks for the Sharks. (01:33)Who has been interviewed, or who has been rumored to be considered for the San Jose Sharks head coaching job so far? (03:20)What do the coaching candidates so far seem to have in common?We enter yet another week of Will Smith Watch! What did Will Smith say about his upcoming decision, stay in Boston College or sign with the San Jose Sharks for next year, at the World Championships? (12:17)What can Will Smith learn by leaving the NCAA and breaking away from his long-time linemates? (18:45)Sheng talks about an interesting dynamic that could form if both Celebrini and Smith leave college at the same time. (22:30)We transition to the playoffs of Kasper Halttunen and Luca Cagnoni. Halttunen had 17 goals in 18 playoff games, leading the London Knights in goals in the postseason. (30:35)The ultimate speculation: Leon Draisaitl to the San Jose Sharks in 2025? (35:00)What do Sheng and Keegan think about moving up from the No. 14 pick to take a defenseman in the 2024 NHL Draft? (42:20)Sheng dug deep and contacted local media members from each of the teams at No. 5-12 to get their thoughts on trading down to the Sharks, check out the article here! (43:20)https://sanjosehockeynow.com/san-jose-sharks-2024-draft-defenseman-trade-up/Finally, we talk about Brodie Brazil's interview with Jason Demers, who also shared his thoughts about firing David Quinn. (53:00)Nico Sturm joins our show for the second time, this time from Czechia and the World Championships! (57:15)Sturm talks about the San Jose Sharks winning the Draft Lottery. (58:20)Sturm discusses Macklin Celebrini as a responsible two-way player and just how rare that is for a 17-year-old. (59:05)Sturm on David Quinn's firing, was it a surprise? (1:02:25)What did Nico think of Quinn as a coach? (1:04:15)Why does Sturm think Quinn was fired? (1:06:00)Does Nico think that Quinn lost the locker room? (1:08:00)Does Sturm think there could have been more structure in the San Jose Sharks' game last year? (1:09:40)Was there a way that this 2023-24 San Jose Sharks team could've realistically been better last year? How much better? (1:12:40)Sturm has also played for former Minnesota Wild coach Dean Evason. He's a potential coaching hire for the Sharks, what does Nico remember from his time with him? (1:15:15)Nico Sturm hasn't played for Marco Sturm, but Marco's name is making the rounds as a coaching candidate for the San Jose Sharks, what does Nico think about his fellow German countryman? (1:19:00)How's Sturm's summer look after the World Championships? (1:21:10) ★ Support this podcast ★

In this episode Brandon Caputo speaks with perspectives from both participating clubs in the 2024 OHL Championship Series between the Oshawa Generals and the London Knights, for the right to hoist the J.Ross Robertson Cup between two of the league's most storied franchises.Interviews include:Intro: 0:00London Knights radio play-by-play Mike Stubbs: 5:31Oshawa Generals radio play-by-play Jack Moore: 17:39Oshawa Generals General Manager Roger Hunt: 33:01London Knights Associate General Manager Rob Simpson: 40:43London Knights forward Easton Cowan (2023 TOR 1st): 52:05London Knights defenceman Sam Dickinson (2024 NHL Draft): 53:30London Knights goaltender Michael Simpson (2-time OHL Champion: 55:15London Knights forward Kasper Halttunen (2023 SJS 2nd): 57:07OHL Overtime is brought to you by Wild Bill's Auto Repair, helping customers stay safe and confident on the road in Niagara since 2012. In honour of the late William Robert Hunter.== FOLLOW THE NETWORK ==X: https://twitter.com/ArmchairGMPodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@UCJUaG5QNg1jwQ5a_32rZs1QFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ArmchairGMsNetwork/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/armchairgmsnetwork/Website: https://www.armchairgmsports.com/== ALSO AVAILABLE TO LISTEN TO ON ==Spreaker: https://www.spreaker.com/thearmchairgms​Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-armchair-gms-sports-network/id1462505333 Spotify: http://bit.ly/ArmchairGM​Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/f69c2372-97f9-4c0e-8d52-ade7d7591cd4/the-armchair-gm's-sports-network== FOLLOW THE HOST ON TWITTER ==Brandon: https://twitter.com/BCaputo_AGM

In this special episode following Game 3 of the OHL Championship Series and the London Knights incredible comeback from down 6-2 entering the third period Mike Stubbs talks about the game with Henry Brzustewicz, William Nicholl, Denver Barkey, Kasper Halttunen, Oliver Bonk, Sam O'Reilly, Owen Willmore, Max McCue and Dale Hunter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The London Knights lead the Oshawa Generals two games to none in the 2024 OHL Championship Series. Game 3 is May 13 at 7 p.m. at the Tribute Communities Centre in Oshawa and Mike Stubbs, Kyle Grimard and Jim Van Horne preview it with the help of Evan Van Gorp, Dale Hunter and Kasper Halttunen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode Brandon Caputo is joined by guest co-host Manny Paiva from the Windsor Spitfires radio broadcast to provide a post-game breakdown for Game 2 of 2024 OHL Championship Series between the Western Conference champion London Knights and the Eastern Conference champion Oshawa Generals, as the Knights take a comanding 2-0 series lead following a 9-1 win giving them back-to-back blowout victories.Postgame with London head coach Dale Hunter and San Jose Sharks prospect Kasper Halttunen following his 3-goal night as well as Oshawa head coach Derek Laxdal and captain Stuart Rolofs with their postgame thoughts following a tough two games to start the chase for the J. Ross Robertson Cup.OHL Overtime is brought to you by Wild Bill's Auto Repair, helping customers stay safe and confident on the road in Niagara since 2012. In honour of the late William Robert Hunter.

The Frozen Four starts on Thursday!Top San Jose Sharks prospect Will Smith will be part of it with Boston College.So we got Cam Robinson from Elite Prospects to talk about Smith. (53:06)Back during the World Juniors, Robinson tweeted:https://twitter.com/Hockey_Robinson/status/1742237537999945804Does Robinson still think that?Before Cam, we talk about the San Jose Sharks' week that was, touching on William Eklund's hat trick, Devin Cooley's first win, Collin Graf's NHL debut, and the Luke Kunin conundrum. We also touch on the Danil Gushchin to KHL rumor. (2:50)We chat a little about Filip Bystedt's AHL debut. (26:05)Keegan shares his takes on what the scouts are saying about the San Jose Sharks' top-10 prospects. (27:55)https://sanjosehockeynow.com/san-jose-sharks-graf-cagnoni-musty-mukhamadullin-scouts-prospects/And now, Cam! (53:06)Does Robinson still think that Ryan Leonard and Gabe Perreault are better than Smith? (54:00)We talk about Smith's strengths and weaknesses. (57:48)Which San Jose Sharks prospect does Robinson think might be better than Smith? (1:01:45)What does Robinson think the Sharks see in Smith? (1:04:45)Who was your pick at #4 if you're San Jose in 2023? Matvei Michkov and non-Michkov category? (1:09:32)Why is Cam so high on Quentin Musty? (1:10:57)Going into the 2024 Draft, if the San Jose Sharks don't get Macklin Celebrini at No. 1, who should they target at No. 2 or 3? (1:13:55)Who does Cam like as his top defenseman in this Draft? (1:19:06)Using Ivan Demidov as the barometer, how would Robinson compare the 2024 and 2023 Drafts?Robinson also shares prospects who he likes in the potential Pittsburgh Penguins' 2024 first-round area. (1:23:11)Does Cam like any other San Jose Sharks prospects a lot? What are his thoughts about Collin Graf? (1:25:50)Make sure to check out the Elite Prospects Draft Guide, their flagship product, coming out soon! ★ Support this podcast ★

Henry Thrun's game has started to turn a corner, evident in the San Jose Sharks' 5-2 loss against the Arizona Coyotes. Start with an up-to-date Tankathon check and where the Sharks currently sit in their quest to lock up the best lottery odds. Then, how Henry Thrun has started to turn the corner in a tough season for the rookie defenseman and why the last five games could give a glimpse of Thrun's future. Then, analyze the numbers behind the game, how the Sharks ran out of gas in the third period against the Coyotes, The Lund Lines performance, and a below-average game from Mackenzie Blackwood. Finally, all three of the Sharks CHL prospects moved on to the next round; how did Luca Cagnoni, Quentin Musty, and Kasper Halttunen perform in their first playoff rounds?Check out the podcast on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Factor MealsGet started on your resolutions with Factor, so you're ready for the new year. Head to factormeals.com/lockedonnhl50 and use code lockedonnhl50 to get 50% off plus 20% off your next box. eBay MotorsFor parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Guaranteed Fit at eBayMotos.com. Let's ride. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply.IndeedIndeed knows when you're growing your own business, you have to make every dollar count. Visit Indeed.com/LOCKEDON to start hiring now. PolicygeniusCheck life insurance off your to do list in no time with Policygenius. Head to policygenius.com/lockedonnhl to get your free life insurance quotes and see how much you could save.  SleeperDownload the Sleeper App and use promo code LOCKEDONNHL to get up to a $100 match on your first deposit. Terms and conditions apply. See Sleeper's Terms of Use for details.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNHL for $20 off your first purchase.FanDuelFanDuel, America's Number One Sportsbook. Right now, NEW customers get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS with any winning GUARENTEED That's A HUNDRED AND FIFTY BUCKS – win or lose! Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

Who are our top-10 San Jose Sharks prospects, post-Trade Deadline?Before we share our rankings, we talk about the San Jose Sharks' week that was, and the performances of Klim Kostin, Magnus Chrona, Devin Cooley, Thomas Bordeleau, and William Eklund. (3:05)What do we think about the Tomas Hertl trade, one week later? (30:08)We make sense of reassigning Ozzy Wiesblatt to the Milwaukee Admirals. What about Sasha Chmelevski's NHL future? What was the hidden message from GM Mike Grier's candid comments about the San Jose Sharks firing Igor Eronko? (40:22)Also, thanks to all those who have helped Sheng travel this year! (1:08:30)Finally, who are our top-10 San Jose Sharks prospects? Where do new additions David Edstrom and Jack Thompson fit in?From No. 10 to No. 6, where do Luca Cagnoni, Ethan Cardwell, Kasper Halttunen, Jack Thompson, Cam Lund, Henry Thrun, Thomas Bordeleau, and Danil Gushchin fit in? (1:15:26)Between David Edstrom and Filip Bystedt, who ranked higher? (1:37:32)How did our top-three of Shakir Mukhamadullin, Quentin Musty, and Will Smith shake out? (1:45:00)We also touched on some honorable mentions like Eric Pohlkamp, Jake Furlong, Mattias Havelid, and more. (1:55:42) ★ Support this podcast ★

The San Jose Sharks returned from their All-Star Break with a 1-0 loss to the Winnipeg Jets, and injuries continued to mount. Kaapo Kahkonen and Nico Sturm both left the game with injuries. Start with Sturm's injury and how the Sharks must deal with the lack of centers without Tomas Hertl and Logan Couture. Then, examine how dominant Kahkonen was in the Sharks' loss as he continues to play some of the best hockey in his career. Next, analyze the numbers behind the Sharks game and how David Quinn continued to protect William Eklund's line with offensive zone starts. Finally, another Prospect Reef report with Kasper Halttunen putting together one of the best games he's played for the London Knights, and if he can carve out a top-six role for London, it could lead to more sustained success. Check out the podcast on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

The San Jose Sharks returned from their All-Star Break with a 1-0 loss to the Winnipeg Jets, and injuries continued to mount. Kaapo Kahkonen and Nico Sturm both left the game with injuries. Start with Sturm's injury and how the Sharks must deal with the lack of centers without Tomas Hertl and Logan Couture. Then, examine how dominant Kahkonen was in the Sharks' loss as he continues to play some of the best hockey in his career. Next, analyze the numbers behind the Sharks game and how David Quinn continued to protect William Eklund's line with offensive zone starts. Finally, another Prospect Reef report with Kasper Halttunen putting together one of the best games he's played for the London Knights, and if he can carve out a top-six role for London, it could lead to more sustained success.Check out the podcast on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

The London Knights pulled off an improbable comeback against the Generals in Oshawa on Feb. 11. Kyle Grimard and Mike Stubbs break down that game with the help of Max McCue, Isaiah George, Jacob Julien, Kasper Halttunen, Michael Simpson and Easton Cowan. They also talk about four former Knights and a U Sports never-before and equipment manager Chris Maton talks about being a part of a perfect season with the Western Mustangs and how mustard helped the Western to win a national championship that year.

Chris Peters, NHL Draft and Prospects analyst and Senior Content Creator, @FloHockey, joins the San Jose Hockey Now podcast to recap the World Junior Championship and the play of the six Sharks prospects at the tournament. (1:14:31)But before that, after a 12 game losing streak, we finally have a Sharks win to talk about! (01:32)Throughout the win  against Montreal and a following three assist night against Ottawa, Ferraro has emerged as a leader, something Sheng has been saying for a few months now. (06:45)Sheng and Keegan dive into the Chmelevski trade rumors that were shared by Kevin Weekes. What's a likely return for him? Can he be successful at the NHL level? (15:42)We discuss Sharks' former first round pick Ozzy Wiesblatt and his meniscus surgery, and highlight some of his struggles in the AHL this year. (32:00)Keegan is excited as Danil Gushchin is an AHL All-star! (37:20)Finally before the Chris Peters interview, Sheng has some thoughts on the coaching job of David Quinn (41:30). What was expected of him this year, and is he the right coach for next year and beyond in this rebuild?Now to the Chris Peters interview. (1:14:31)We ask Chris about his thoughts on Team USA's gold medal. (1:16:20)We get the deep dive on Will Smith, and how he turned his game around throughout the tournament. (1:17:20)Should the Sharks sign Will Smith at the end of this year? (1:23:15)How did Chris think Eric Pohlkamp performed, and what led to him being the odd man out in the medal rounds? (1:26:45)Now onto Team Sweden and Jonathan Lekkerimäki's MVP. Sheng has some questions about how he won it over a few of the other candidates. (1:29:45)Chris remarks on the less than impressive performance of Filip Bystedt. (1:32:00), and the so-so performance of Mattias Hävelid (1:34:30).Chris answers Sheng's question of where would Filip Bystedt be ranked among the Swedish forwards from the 2022 draft? (1:36:30)Moving onto Team Canada, Chris answers the question of Jake Furlong's pro potential after he surprised many and made Team Canada. (1:39:17) Finally, Team Finland's only Sharks representative, Kasper Halttunen. What needs to improve to transform Halttunen from a junior shooter to an NHL regular? (1:41:50)Chris shares a few remarks on prospects that weren't at the WJC including Quentin Musty (1:47:30), Cam Lund (1:48:05), Magnus Chrona (1:48:30) and Daniil Gushchin (1:48:55).Finally, we ask the question, is Macklin Celebrini the unanimous #1 overall for the 2024 Draft? (1:50:00)Thanks for watching, listening and subscribing to the San Jose Hockey Now Podcast on YouTube! ★ Support this podcast ★

With the World Juniors over, Hadi Kalakeche and Sebastian High of Locked on NHL Prospects join to discuss how the San Jose Sharks prospects looked in the tournament. We start with Will Smith and how he played his best game in the most crucial time and played very well despite his third line minutes. Then, discuss Kasper Halttunen and why he needs to continue to develop the rest of his game to go with his NHL-caliber shot. Next, check in on the Swedes between Filip Bystedt and Mattias Hävelid and how Haveild's tournament left Hadi even more confident in the defenseman's ceiling. We also touch on Jake Furlong and why he was the most impressive defensive defenseman for Team Canada. Finally, we examine why Macklin Celebrini solidified himself as the number one pick in the draft, why his season might be more impressive than Adam Fantilli's was last year, and what the Cutter Gauthier trade means for San Jose. Check out the podcast on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

With the World Juniors over, Hadi Kalakeche and Sebastian High of Locked on NHL Prospects join to discuss how the San Jose Sharks prospects looked in the tournament. We start with Will Smith and how he played his best game in the most crucial time and played very well despite his third line minutes. Then, discuss Kasper Halttunen and why he needs to continue to develop the rest of his game to go with his NHL-caliber shot. Next, check in on the Swedes between Filip Bystedt and Mattias Hävelid and how Haveild's tournament left Hadi even more confident in the defenseman's ceiling. We also touch on Jake Furlong and why he was the most impressive defensive defenseman for Team Canada. Finally, we examine why Macklin Celebrini solidified himself as the number one pick in the draft, why his season might be more impressive than Adam Fantilli's was last year, and what the Cutter Gauthier trade means for San Jose.Check out the podcast on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

Welcome to the San Jose Hockey Now Podcast Mid-season Award Show! We hand out all sorts of awards, as well as predict a breakout candidate and predict some trades for the back-half of the season. But first, there's more! Sharks are...bad. (02:30). Sheng and Keegan briefly recap this week's losses and how they keep finding new ways to lose (03:15). We talk about the status of the Tankathon for this season, and a little about Macklin Celebrini and the upcoming 2024 draft (10:30). We discuss the ending of the WJC and the play/grades of Will Smith, Eric Pohlkamp, Filip Bystedt, Mattias Havelid, Jake Furlong and Kasper Halttunen (12:58). We plan on having a longer episode recapping the WJC in the coming weeks, with some expert opinions as well. Sheng and Keegan dive into the Kaapo Kahkonen trade rumor from Elliotte Friedman (24:00). Jack Studnicka was sent down to the AHL this week (33:40), and why a CBA detail forced the Sharks' hand on this move. We have some IR updates on Logan Couture and a season-ending move for Matt Benning (42:30).Tomas Hertl is an NHL All-Star for the second time (47:30), and why we think the selection was obvious this year for the Sharks. Finally, it's our mid-season awards. Find out who won the following from both Sheng and Keegan: Mid-season MVP (48:10)Best Forward (52:10)Best Defenseman (54:20)Most Improved Player (1:00:50)Unsung Hero (1:09:00)Most Disappointing Player (1:15:40)Sleeper Prospect (1:25:55)Most Surprising Prospect (1:33:30)Lastly, we have a few predictions for the last half of the season. Who are the second-half breakout candidates for the Sharks? (1:38:50). Finally, Sheng predicts a Kaapo Kahkonen deadline trade, including some historical comparisons (1:47:20) and Keegan predicts an oddly specific Alexander Barabanov trade (1:51:45). Thank you all for watching, listening and subscribing on YouTube!  ★ Support this podcast ★

2024 World Juniors round-robin play is over! How are the San Jose Sharks prospects at the WJCs doing?Also, the Sharks have six prospects at World Juniors, third in the NHL. Is that the most in franchise history?But before we get to that, Sheng talks about his (unimpressed) impressions of Sharks games this week (2:40). Is 10 Goals Against Watch back (7:00)?What's the next major coaching challenge for David Quinn this season? And how is that related to San Jose Sharks forwards who are offense-first (9:30), that they want to play defense-first?Logan Couture is getting close (20:00).Also, we talk about keeping an open mind about Mario Ferraro on the power play (23:45).UPDATE: We talked Ferraro BEFORE his injury against the Avs tonight.Then, Keegan gives his grades on how San Jose Sharks prospects have fared so far in WJC round-robin play: What does he think of Will Smith (37:00), Eric Pohlkamp (42:30), Kasper Halttunen (43:07), Filip Bystedt and Mattias Havelid (48:36), and Jake Furlong (51:30)?Finally, we take a historical look at the San Jose Sharks at the World Junior Championships (54:30).The Sharks have six prospects at the 2024 WJCs, but that's not their most-ever. What positives can we gather from San Jose's stacked 1995 and 1996 WJC classes? What are the cautionary tales from the 2015 WJC class? There was also a three-year stretch where the San Jose Sharks had zero World Junior prospects.Also, history suggests that Sharks fans should take notice of late-rounders Furlong and Pohlkamp being selected by deep national teams for the World Juniors.Happy New Year! ★ Support this podcast ★

Too many turnovers cost the San Jose Sharks as they lose 5-1 to the LA Kings. Despite a strong start to the game, the Sharks' costly mistakes were the difference against the Kings. Start by examining how rust played its part in Calen Addison's tough night and forcing plays that were not there exuberated the other Sharks' issues. Then, why did Kaapo Kahkonen have a good night even though he allowed five goals? Next, how the Sharks and Kings flipped the script in the first and third periods and why the Tomas Hertl, Filip Zadina, and William Eklund line is ready to have an offensive explosion. Finally, check in on the Sharks prospects at World Juniors, including Kasper Halttunen, Filip Bystedt, and Will Smith. Plus, why Macklin Celebrini might be better than originally thought.Check out the podcast on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

Too many turnovers cost the San Jose Sharks as they lose 5-1 to the LA Kings. Despite a strong start to the game, the Sharks' costly mistakes were the difference against the Kings. Start by examining how rust played its part in Calen Addison's tough night and forcing plays that were not there exuberated the other Sharks' issues. Then, why did Kaapo Kahkonen have a good night even though he allowed five goals? Next, how the Sharks and Kings flipped the script in the first and third periods and why the Tomas Hertl, Filip Zadina, and William Eklund line is ready to have an offensive explosion. Finally, check in on the Sharks prospects at World Juniors, including Kasper Halttunen, Filip Bystedt, and Will Smith. Plus, why Macklin Celebrini might be better than originally thought. Check out the podcast on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

With most teams on Christmas Break, how are the San Jose Sharks prospects fairing? Start with Will Smith and why he will push for the NHL next year, Quentin Musty's dominant OHL season, and the rest of the 2023 Sharks Draft class, including Kasper Halttunen and Luca Cagnoni. Then, examine the 2022 Draft class and why the World Juniors will be a nice reset for Filip Bystedt. Cam Lund and Michael Fisher's seasons at Northeastern, and Jake Furlong will be playing professional hockey next season. Finally, how are the rest of the non-San Jose prospects, including Alex Young are performing?Check out the podcast on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

With most teams on Christmas Break, how are the San Jose Sharks prospects fairing? Start with Will Smith and why he will push for the NHL next year, Quentin Musty's dominant OHL season, and the rest of the 2023 Sharks Draft class, including Kasper Halttunen and Luca Cagnoni. Then, examine the 2022 Draft class and why the World Juniors will be a nice reset for Filip Bystedt. Cam Lund and Michael Fisher's seasons at Northeastern, and Jake Furlong will be playing professional hockey next season. Finally, how are the rest of the non-San Jose prospects, including Alex Young are performing? Check out the podcast on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

Daily Faceoff's Steven Ellis joins us to discuss the six San Jose Sharks prospects at the World Junior Championships and why he's so high on Will Smith.But first, Keegan and Sheng talk about some of the San Jose Sharks that had a good week, like Filip Zadina (2:40).What's going on with Logan Couture and Nico Sturm's injuries (15:40)? We discuss what Sharks director of amateur scouting Chris Morehouse said about the prospects at the WJCs and more, along with Keegan's impressions of Smith and company at the WJC tune-up games (20:25). Finally, what presents do we want the Sharks to get this Christmas (32:10)? And just for fun, what would Keegan trade for Alexis Lafreniere (42:15)? Now, Steven Ellis (45:20)! Ellis talks Team USA's Will Smith and Eric Pohlkamp (46:40). What's Smith's NHL ceiling and why is Ellis so high on him? Does Pohlkamp have NHL potential?Why was Quentin Musty a Team USA snub (55:30)?Ellis predicts that Smith can jump to the NHL next year.Why did Jake Furlong make Team Canada (1:00:40)? Ellis admits that Furlong wasn't on his initial projected roster.What does Ellis think of Filip Bystedt and Mattias Havelid from Team Sweden (1:04:55)? He has no concern about Bystedt's up-and-down sophomore SHL campaign. What are their NHL ceilings?Ellis loves to watch (and chat with) Team Finland's Kasper Halttunen: “He's full of violence” (1:09:50).Ellis discusses other San Jose Sharks prospects that he's high on (1:13:35) and where he ranks their system (1:15:20). Ellis has the system in his top-10!Finally, Macklin Celebrini = Jonathan Toews? And what does Ellis think of the defensive depth in the 2024 Draft? ★ Support this podcast ★

With the 2024 World Junior Ice Hockey Championships right around the corner, Hadi Kalakeche of Locked on NHL Prospects joins to help preview the tournament. We start with why the tournament is so important in the scouting world and what to look for when watching Sharks prospects and upcoming draftees. Then, examine the San Jose Sharks prospects in the tournament, including 2023 first-round pick Will Smith, and why he has a chance to be one of the best players in the tournament. We also discuss defenseman Jake Furlong, what he will add to Team Canada, and why Kasper Halttunen will be a huge piece for Team Finland. We finish previewing Sharks prospects with Filip Bystedt and Mattias Hävelid from host country Team Sweden. Then, Hadi discusses some of the important 2024 draft prospects in the tournament, like Macklin Celebrini.Check out the podcast on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

With the 2024 World Junior Ice Hockey Championships right around the corner, Hadi Kalakeche of Locked on NHL Prospects joins to help preview the tournament. We start with why the tournament is so important in the scouting world and what to look for when watching Sharks prospects and upcoming draftees. Then, examine the San Jose Sharks prospects in the tournament, including 2023 first-round pick Will Smith, and why he has a chance to be one of the best players in the tournament. We also discuss defenseman Jake Furlong, what he will add to Team Canada, and why Kasper Halttunen will be a huge piece for Team Finland. We finish previewing Sharks prospects with Filip Bystedt and Mattias Hävelid from host country Team Sweden. Then, Hadi discusses some of the important 2024 draft prospects in the tournament, like Macklin Celebrini. Check out the podcast on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

The London Knights finished up their northern road trip with a 9-2 loss in Sudbury followed immediately by a 9-3 victory in Barrie. Kyle Grimard and Mike Stubbs attempt to connect the dots between the two opposite results, London assistant coach Rick Steadman talks about how the Knights try to look at the big picture when things go wrong and Kasper Halttunen weighs in on how he is fitting into the North American style of game.

How are some of the 2023 San Jose Sharks draft class members looking early in the season? Start with the fourth overall pick, Will Smith, and how his numbers stack up against other NCAA freshmen. Next, analyze his recent games against the University of Maine, where Smith shined and where he needs to continue to work on his game. Then why is Luca Cagnoni the engine behind the powerhouse Portland Winterhawks, and why may the Sharks have found gold in the fourth-rounder? Finally, Kasper Halttunen has been piling up the goals after transferring from the Liiga to the OHL, but is he just a power play specialist now?Check out the podcast on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!eBay MotorsWith all the parts you need at the prices you want, it's easy to turn your car into the MVP and bring home that win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers.Parkview AdvanceFor more than 25 years, Parkview Advance has helped businesses secure working capital. We Invite the many entrepreneurs that are Locked On NHL to learn more by calling us at 203-675-0071 or go to parkviewadvance.com. If your business needs working capital, call Parkview Advance today!SleeperDownload the Sleeper App and use promo code LOCKEDONNHL to get up to a $100 match on your first deposit. Terms and conditions apply. See Sleeper's Terms of Use for details.GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime.Take the guesswork out of buying tickets with Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNHL for $20 off your first purchase.FanDuelScore early this NFL season with FanDuel, America's Number One Sportsbook! Right now, NEW customers get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS with any winning FIVE DOLLAR MONEYLINE BET! That's A HUNDRED AND FIFTY BUCKS – if your team wins! Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How are some of the 2023 San Jose Sharks draft class members looking early in the season? Start with the fourth overall pick, Will Smith, and how his numbers stack up against other NCAA freshmen. Next, analyze his recent games against the University of Maine, where Smith shined and where he needs to continue to work on his game. Then why is Luca Cagnoni the engine behind the powerhouse Portland Winterhawks, and why may the Sharks have found gold in the fourth-rounder? Finally, Kasper Halttunen has been piling up the goals after transferring from the Liiga to the OHL, but is he just a power play specialist now? Check out the podcast on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it's easy to turn your car into the MVP and bring home that win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. Parkview Advance For more than 25 years, Parkview Advance has helped businesses secure working capital. We Invite the many entrepreneurs that are Locked On NHL to learn more by calling us at 203-675-0071 or go to parkviewadvance.com. If your business needs working capital, call Parkview Advance today! Sleeper Download the Sleeper App and use promo code LOCKEDONNHL to get up to a $100 match on your first deposit. Terms and conditions apply. See Sleeper's Terms of Use for details. Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime.Take the guesswork out of buying tickets with Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNHL for $20 off your first purchase. FanDuel Score early this NFL season with FanDuel, America's Number One Sportsbook! Right now, NEW customers get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS with any winning FIVE DOLLAR MONEYLINE BET! That's A HUNDRED AND FIFTY BUCKS – if your team wins! Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Was sending Reinbacher back to the Swiss National League (NL) for the season the right call for his development? Hadi and Sebastian discuss that and much more in this episode of Locked On NHL Prospects! After covering the Reinbacher question, our hosts refocus their attention toward a San Jose Sharks prospect. Kasper Halttunen is off to a hot start in the OHL with the London Knights and is showing off his goalscoring instincts and finishing ability, but what is his NHL projection? Lastly, they dig into the 2013 NHL Draft Class for a Game On The Line segment!Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

Was sending Reinbacher back to the Swiss National League (NL) for the season the right call for his development? Hadi and Sebastian discuss that and much more in this episode of Locked On NHL Prospects! After covering the Reinbacher question, our hosts refocus their attention toward a San Jose Sharks prospect. Kasper Halttunen is off to a hot start in the OHL with the London Knights and is showing off his goalscoring instincts and finishing ability, but what is his NHL projection? Lastly, they dig into the 2013 NHL Draft Class for a Game On The Line segment! Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

Just how good is the Philadelphia Flyers' 7th Overall pick Matvei Michkov? For a second time in as many seasons, after struggling to get game time with SKA St. Petersburg in the KHL, Michkov has been loaned to HK Sochi and subsequently produced at an awesome clip, having garnered 10 points in 8 games to start his D+1 season. After digging into Michkov, our hosts refocus their attention on the 2024 NHL Draft Class with an analysis of Sam Dickinson's game, a highly-touted and reliable defenseman for the London Knights of the OHL. Last, Hadi and Sebastian continue their recurring Game On The Line segment, focusing on the 2014 Draft Class! Tune back in tomorrow for an episode including talk about 2023 Draft selections David Reinbacher and Kasper Halttunen!Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

Just how good is the Philadelphia Flyers' 7th Overall pick Matvei Michkov? For a second time in as many seasons, after struggling to get game time with SKA St. Petersburg in the KHL, Michkov has been loaned to HK Sochi and subsequently produced at an awesome clip, having garnered 10 points in 8 games to start his D+1 season. After digging into Michkov, our hosts refocus their attention on the 2024 NHL Draft Class with an analysis of Sam Dickinson's game, a highly-touted and reliable defenseman for the London Knights of the OHL. Last, Hadi and Sebastian continue their recurring Game On The Line segment, focusing on the 2014 Draft Class!  Tune back in tomorrow for an episode including talk about 2023 Draft selections David Reinbacher and Kasper Halttunen! Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

After 2-1 and 5-2 victories over the Niagara IceDogs Kyle Grimard and Mike Stubbs look back over what helped the Knights to win and hear from Kasper Halttunen, Kaeden Johnston, Sam O'Reilly and Knights assistant coach Dylan Hunter. They talk about Easton Cowan remaining in training camp with the Maple Leafs, preview London vs Sault Ste. Marie on Oct. 4 at 7 pm and get the story behind O'Reilly's nickname: Peanut.

What were our impressions of how San Jose Sharks prospects performed at the Rookie Faceoff?Keegan and Sheng started from the net out, touching on Georgi Romanov, Magnus Chrona, and Mason Beaupit's performances (2:00).They agree that Shakir Mukhamadullin was the San Jose Sharks' top prospect in this tourney (5:45). But Sheng thinks Mukhamadullin will have to clean this up before he makes the jump.They also share their thoughts about Gannon Laroque (12:00), Artem Guryev (17:30), Jake Furlong (23:12), Henry Thrun (25:45), and Luca Cagnoni (26:35).Finally, they talk about the San Jose Sharks prospects up front.What was impressive about Quentin Musty (27:45)? Next, they touch on Ethan Cardwell (33:25).Why does Sheng say of Kasper Halttunen, “There is a lot to work with, but there is a lot to work on” (35:10)?How did Tristen Robins fare (41:10)? Did we see the best and worst of Thomas Bordeleau at the Rookie Faceoff (43:20)? We also talked about William Eklund (49:20).Keegan says he was disappointed by Danil Gushchin's tournament (52:55).We wrap up with thoughts about Brandon Coe (57:48), Ozzy Wiesblatt (1:02:20), and Bradley Marek (1:07:05).Subscribe to the San Jose Hockey Now Podcast YouTube channel, we're trying to get over 1K subscribers!Listen to the San Jose Hockey Now Podcast — it's a new link — on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and Google Podcasts. ★ Support this podcast ★

After covering the other teams in the Pacific Division, it's time to look at the State of the Franchise: San Jose Sharks. Start by examining how the Sharks have finally accepted their fate as a rebuilding team by trading away major pieces like Timo Meier, Brent Burns, and Erik Karlsson for future assets. Analyze the Karlsson trade, and the thought process behind it for General Manager Mike Grier and how the Sharks are working to clean up their cap space. Next, review the offseason and some of the Sharks' top draft picks, including Will Smith, Quentin Musty, Kasper Halttunen, and Luca Cagnoni. Then, the theme of free agency was buy-low candidates, including Anthony Duclair, Filip Zadina, and Mackenzie Blackwood. Finally, a look ahead to the Sharks 2023-24 season: what are the worst/best case scenarios for the Sharks this offseason, and where will they finish in the Pacific Division?Check out the podcast on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!BirddogsGo to birddogs.com/LOCKEDONNHL or enter promo code LOCKEDONNHL for a free water bottle with any order. You won't want to take your birddogs off we promise you.AG1If a comprehensive solution is what you need from your supplement routine, then try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase. Go to drinkAG1.com/NHLNETWORK.Jase MedicalSave more than $360 by getting these lifesaving antibiotics with Jase Medical plus an additional $20 off by using code LOCKEDON at checkout on jasemedical.com.FanDuelMake Every Moment More. Right now, NEW customers can bet FIVE DOLLARS and get TWO HUNDRED in BONUS BETS - GUARANTEED. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After covering the other teams in the Pacific Division, it's time to look at the State of the Franchise: San Jose Sharks. Start by examining how the Sharks have finally accepted their fate as a rebuilding team by trading away major pieces like Timo Meier, Brent Burns, and Erik Karlsson for future assets. Analyze the Karlsson trade, and the thought process behind it for General Manager Mike Grier and how the Sharks are working to clean up their cap space. Next, review the offseason and some of the Sharks' top draft picks, including Will Smith, Quentin Musty, Kasper Halttunen, and Luca Cagnoni. Then, the theme of free agency was buy-low candidates, including Anthony Duclair, Filip Zadina, and Mackenzie Blackwood. Finally, a look ahead to the Sharks 2023-24 season: what are the worst/best case scenarios for the Sharks this offseason, and where will they finish in the Pacific Division? Check out the podcast on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Birddogs Go to birddogs.com/LOCKEDONNHL or enter promo code LOCKEDONNHL for a free water bottle with any order. You won't want to take your birddogs off we promise you. AG1 If a comprehensive solution is what you need from your supplement routine, then try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase. Go to drinkAG1.com/NHLNETWORK. Jase Medical Save more than $360 by getting these lifesaving antibiotics with Jase Medical plus an additional $20 off by using code LOCKEDON at checkout on jasemedical.com. FanDuel Make Every Moment More. Right now, NEW customers can bet FIVE DOLLARS and get TWO HUNDRED in BONUS BETS - GUARANTEED. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The San Jose Sharks rookies hit the ice this weekend, and there were plenty of takeaways from the Sharks' two wins. Start with the "veterans" and William Eklund's solid start on Friday afternoon, Thomas Bordeleau's awesome Saturday night, and Ozzy Wiesblatt's renewed confidence. Then, look at how some of the new players looked, including why Quentin Musty will be a monster in the future, Kasper Halttunen's shooting, and Anthony Vincent is on his way to being a San Jose Barracuda fan favorite. Also, check in on the early goalie battle and why Magnus Chrona has an early edge on Georgi Romanov. Finally, how Mike Grier's new look defensive group looked outstanding this weekend and where Gannon Laroque will play hockey this fall. Plus, Shakir Mukhamadullin and Valtteri Pulli both look ready to contribute this season.Check out the podcast on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!BirddogsGo to birddogs.com/LOCKEDONNHL or enter promo code LOCKEDONNHL for a free water bottle with any order. You won't want to take your birddogs off we promise you.AG1If a comprehensive solution is what you need from your supplement routine, then try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase. Go to drinkAG1.com/NHLNETWORK.Jase MedicalSave more than $360 by getting these lifesaving antibiotics with Jase Medical plus an additional $20 off by using code LOCKEDON at checkout on jasemedical.com.FanDuelMake Every Moment More. Right now, NEW customers can bet FIVE DOLLARS and get TWO HUNDRED in BONUS BETS - GUARANTEED. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The San Jose Sharks rookies hit the ice this weekend, and there were plenty of takeaways from the Sharks' two wins. Start with the "veterans" and William Eklund's solid start on Friday afternoon, Thomas Bordeleau's awesome Saturday night, and Ozzy Wiesblatt's renewed confidence. Then, look at how some of the new players looked, including why Quentin Musty will be a monster in the future, Kasper Halttunen's shooting, and Anthony Vincent is on his way to being a San Jose Barracuda fan favorite. Also, check in on the early goalie battle and why Magnus Chrona has an early edge on Georgi Romanov. Finally, how Mike Grier's new look defensive group looked outstanding this weekend and where Gannon Laroque will play hockey this fall. Plus, Shakir Mukhamadullin and Valtteri Pulli both look ready to contribute this season. Check out the podcast on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Birddogs Go to birddogs.com/LOCKEDONNHL or enter promo code LOCKEDONNHL for a free water bottle with any order. You won't want to take your birddogs off we promise you. AG1 If a comprehensive solution is what you need from your supplement routine, then try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase. Go to drinkAG1.com/NHLNETWORK. Jase Medical Save more than $360 by getting these lifesaving antibiotics with Jase Medical plus an additional $20 off by using code LOCKEDON at checkout on jasemedical.com. FanDuel Make Every Moment More. Right now, NEW customers can bet FIVE DOLLARS and get TWO HUNDRED in BONUS BETS - GUARANTEED. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Training camp came and went in a flash. Mike Stubbs and Kyle Grimard recap it and hear from Kasper Halttunen on saunas and shooting pucks, from the newest Knight, Henry Brzustewicz, who has added some extra spice to the London/Kitchener rivalry. The guys also look ahead to back-to-back pre-season games against the Sarnia Sting on Sept. 9 and 10.

It's time for our pre-season top-10 San Jose Sharks prospects rankings!  Keegan and Sheng counted down their respective top-10 lists, then talked about some honorable mentions at the end. At No. 10, Sheng has Kasper Halttunen (2:30). Which San Jose Sharks prospect, not in Sheng's top-10, did an NHL scout slot ahead of Halttunen? Keegan also had Halttunen at No. 10. At No. 9, Sheng has Thomas Bordeleau (5:00). Sheng got a lot of pushback from scouts on this ranking. He likes Bordeleau's talent a lot, but just isn't sure if it will all come together. Keegan has Mattias Havelid (9:58) at No. 9 and explained why he's so high on the smallish Swedish defenseman. At No. 8, Sheng has Danil Gushchin (13:05). Keegan has Bordeleau (14:50). Keegan just isn't sure where Bordeleau slots in an NHL line-up. At No. 7, Sheng has Cam Lund (18:00). Why was it so tough for Lund at Northeastern this past year? Keegan also explains why he had Lund outside of his top-10. Keegan has Gushchin at No. 7. Why is Gushchin Keegan's favorite San Jose Sharks prospect? At No. 6, Sheng has Henry Thrun (26:10). A scout said that Thrun deserved to be in his own Sharks prospects tier, ahead of Gushchin and company. Keegan also had Thrun at No. 6. Why might Thrun not make the San Jose Sharks' opening night? At No. 5, both Sheng and Keegan had Quentin Musty (33:40). What should we expect from Musty this season? At No. 4, Sheng had Filip Bystedt (39:25). One scout suggested that the San Jose Sharks' top-four prospects, including Bystedt, is sort of their “Core Four.” Keegan also had Bystedt here and thinks he's gotten faster this year. They also talk about how Bystedt has shot up ahead over all the 2022 Swedish first-rounders who were drafted ahead of him. At No. 3, Sheng had Shakir Mukhamadullin (48:15). There was real debate here: One scout had Mukhamadullin ahead of William Eklund, while another had him a couple spots back. Keegan also had Mukhamadullin at No. 3. They revisit the Mukhamadullin vs. Alexander Holtz debate. And at No. 1, both Keegan and Sheng have Will Smith (56:07). That means Eklund at No. 2. One scout still considers Eklund a franchise-caliber talent. Keegan says that short of Andrew Agozzino, Eklund was the best Barracuda forward last year. Are these top-five Sharks prospects the best top-five group of Sharks prospects in 20 or so years? (1:10:20) Finally, Sheng and Keegan talk about some of the San Jose Sharks prospects who just missed their top-10 rankings, like Nikita Okhotiuk, Tristen Robins, Luca Cagnoni, Ethan Cardwell, Jake Furlong, Gannon Laroque, Artem Guryev, and Eetu Makiniemi (1:13:25). Sheng also shares what he's heard about 2023 seventh-round pick Yegor Rimashevsky. Finally, a lookback at San Jose Hockey Now's top-10 Sharks prospects in Oct. 2021 (1:21:35).Listen to the San Jose Hockey Now Podcast — it's a new link — on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and Google Podcasts.Subscribe to the San Jose Hockey Now Podcast YouTube channel, we're trying to get over 1K subscribers! ★ Support this podcast ★

Where does the San Jose Sharks prospect pool rank among media outlets? Look at the Athletic, Yahoo, and Byron Bader's ranking of the Sharks prospect pool and how they compare to each other. Then, Hadi Kalakeche and Sebastian High of the Locked on NHL Prospects show to give their ranking of the Sharks prospect pool and how Will Smith, Quentin Musty, and Kasper Halttunen look to be prominent pieces to the Sharks rebuild. Finally, my reaction to the prospect pool and the three areas that Mike Grier needs to address to take the Sharks prospect pool to the next level.Check out the podcast on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!BirddogsGo to birddogs.com/LOCKEDONNHL or enter promo code LOCKEDONNHL for a free white tech hat with any order. You won't want to take your birddogs off we promise you.AG1If a comprehensive solution is what you need from your supplement routine, then try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase. Go to drinkAG1.com/NHLNETWORK.FanDuelMake Every Moment More. Right now, when you bet on a Super Bowl Winner, you can GET BONUS BETS EVERY TIME THEY WIN IN THE REGULAR SEASON! FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Where does the San Jose Sharks prospect pool rank among media outlets? Look at the Athletic, Yahoo, and Byron Bader's ranking of the Sharks prospect pool and how they compare to each other. Then, Hadi Kalakeche and Sebastian High of the Locked on NHL Prospects show to give their ranking of the Sharks prospect pool and how Will Smith, Quentin Musty, and Kasper Halttunen look to be prominent pieces to the Sharks rebuild. Finally, my reaction to the prospect pool and the three areas that Mike Grier needs to address to take the Sharks prospect pool to the next level. Check out the podcast on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Birddogs Go to birddogs.com/LOCKEDONNHL or enter promo code LOCKEDONNHL for a free white tech hat with any order. You won't want to take your birddogs off we promise you. AG1 If a comprehensive solution is what you need from your supplement routine, then try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase. Go to drinkAG1.com/NHLNETWORK. FanDuel Make Every Moment More. Right now, when you bet on a Super Bowl Winner, you can GET BONUS BETS EVERY TIME THEY WIN IN THE REGULAR SEASON! FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The World Junior Summer Showcase (WJSS) and Hlinka Gretzky Cup finished last week, and the San Jose Sharks had seven participants in the WJSS. Steven Ellis of Daily Faceoff joins to discuss how the Sharks players performed. Steven starts with the Sharks' fourth overall pick Will Smith and why Smith was one of the best American players on the ice. We examine why he thinks Smith will be one and done at Boston College. We also review Filip Bystedt's showcase and why the Sharks could be set up down the middle for years to come. Next, we analyze the rest of the Sharks prospects who participated, including Mattias Hävelid and Quentin Musty, and Kasper Halttunen, plus how Eric Polkhamp really made a push to make the USA team this winter (12:00). Finally, Steven reports on some of the 2024 draft-eligible prospects at the Hlinka Gretzky Cup and some names to watch this season (20:00).Check out the podcast on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!BirddogsGo to birddogs.com/LOCKEDONNHL or enter promo code LOCKEDONNHL for a free white tech hat with any order. You won't want to take your birddogs off we promise you.AG1If a comprehensive solution is what you need from your supplement routine, then try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase. Go to drinkAG1.com/NHLNETWORK.FanDuelMake Every Moment More. Right now, when you bet on a Super Bowl Winner, you can GET BONUS BETS EVERY TIME THEY WIN IN THE REGULAR SEASON! FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The World Junior Summer Showcase (WJSS) and Hlinka Gretzky Cup finished last week, and the San Jose Sharks had seven participants in the WJSS. Steven Ellis of Daily Faceoff joins to discuss how the Sharks players performed. Steven starts with the Sharks' fourth overall pick Will Smith and why Smith was one of the best American players on the ice. We examine why he thinks Smith will be one and done at Boston College. We also review Filip Bystedt's showcase and why the Sharks could be set up down the middle for years to come. Next, we analyze the rest of the Sharks prospects who participated, including Mattias Hävelid and Quentin Musty, and Kasper Halttunen, plus how Eric Polkhamp really made a push to make the USA team this winter (12:00). Finally, Steven reports on some of the 2024 draft-eligible prospects at the Hlinka Gretzky Cup and some names to watch this season (20:00). Check out the podcast on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Birddogs Go to birddogs.com/LOCKEDONNHL or enter promo code LOCKEDONNHL for a free white tech hat with any order. You won't want to take your birddogs off we promise you. AG1 If a comprehensive solution is what you need from your supplement routine, then try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase. Go to drinkAG1.com/NHLNETWORK. FanDuel Make Every Moment More. Right now, when you bet on a Super Bowl Winner, you can GET BONUS BETS EVERY TIME THEY WIN IN THE REGULAR SEASON! FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Host Rachel Gilbert spoke with LFP sportswriter Ryan Pyette about the London Knights, who've added Finnish goal scorer Kasper Halttunen and may be an early favourite to win the 2024 Memorial Cup.

Alyn McCauley joins the San Jose Hockey Now Podcast!But before we get to San Jose Sharks great and current Philadelphia Flyers' assistant general manager McCauley (46:42), Sheng and Keegan chat about the latest Erik Karlsson news and how Sharks prospects performed at the World Junior Summer Showcase.Karlsson talk is hot this weekend because the Pittsburgh Penguins are currently in the midst of their second buyout window (1:45). However, GM Kyle Dubas isn't a fan of the buyout maneuver.The most popular Penguins buyout or trade candidates are Mikael Granlund (3:30) and Jeff Petry (4:30). Why is Petry an unattractive trade candidate for the San Jose Sharks and an unattractive buyout candidate for Pittsburgh?How about the Carolina Hurricanes? Could they still be in the Karlsson hunt even after signing Tony DeAngelo (7:55)? Sheng thinks so. Also, their cap and contracts situation is way better than Pittsburgh's (11:00)Keegan and Sheng share their predictions about what happens with Karlsson during this Pittsburgh buyout window (15:00)Next, Keegan and Sheng move on to how the San Jose Sharks performed at the World Junior Summer Showcase (25:00).How impressive was Will Smith for Team USA (26:10)? Does Keegan think that Quentin Musty will start the season with the Sharks (30:05)? Eric Pohlkamp opened a lot of eyes at the WJSS (33:05). Did Cam Lund struggle a bit (35:00)?Going outside of the US, Filip Bystedt stood out again for Sweden (37:25). How about his teammate Mattias Havelid (39:55)? And why were Kasper Halttunen's struggles different than Lund's (41:05)?Which Sharks prospect had the best tournament? The worst? Keegan ranks all the prospects (42:50).Now, Alyn McCauley (46:42)!McCauley talks about the challenge of getting traded for two franchise icons, the Toronto Maple Leafs' Doug Gilmour and San Jose Sharks' Owen Nolan (47:30). He shared an embarrassing story about the first time that he faced Gilmour in Toronto.McCauley breaks down his best NHL season, 2003-04, when he was a Selke Trophy finalist and the San Jose Sharks made the Western Conference Finals. The Sharks were a surprise team that season, what clicked for them (52:45)?How about for McCauley, what came together for him that year (1:01:08)?Why did Alexander Korolyuk leave for Russia after the 2003-04 campaign and never come back (1:03:30)?McCauley talked about slowly taking the reins from veteran Vincent Damphousse (1:05:26), in his last season, throughout the year, and how great a leader that Damphousse was.McCauley also shares why he told head coach Ron Wilson to make Patrick Marleau the captain of the San Jose Sharks (1:07:15). He also defends Marleau's playoff record.How did Miikka Kiprusoff remind McCauley of Curtis Joseph (1:10:47).Moving onto 2005-06, McCauley shares his memories of the night that the Sharks traded for Joe Thornton (1:12:58). At that point, McCauley and Jonathan Cheechoo both had seven goals on the season. He laughs about how much more Cheechoo outscored him for the rest of the year (1:14:45).McCauley breaks down who was tougher for him to defend, Marleau or Thornton (1:16:30)?He opens up about the knee injuries that ended his career prematurely (1:19:46). McCauley played through injuries in his last Sharks season.McCauley talked about Dean Lombardi's impact on his career (1:26:38).McCauley chats about his new role as Flyers AGM (1:31:12). He's survived three Flyers regimes, Ron Hextall, Chuck Fletcher, and now, Danny Briere (1:35:00).Why have the Flyers finally declared a rebuild (1:37:07)? It's noteworthy how transparent that Philadelphia has been about their rebuild.McCauley ends with a couple thoughts about the Flyers selecting Matvei Michkov (1:42:00).Listen to the San Jose Hockey Now Podcast — it's a new link — on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and Google Podcasts.Subscribe to the San Jose Hockey Now Podcast YouTube channel, we're trying to get over 1K subscribers! ★ Support this podcast ★

Hadi Kalakeche of Locked on NHL Prospects and Dobber Prospects joins to discuss the San Jose Sharks draft class. We start with Will Smith and what he will need to continue to develop at Boston College and why Quentin Musty will turn into a steal for the Sharks. Next, Hadi gives his scouting report on Kasper Halttunen, and we discuss if he should stay in Liiga or play for the London Knights next season (10:30). Then, why was Luca Cagnoni such a smart pick at 123, and why his Hockey IQ sets him apart (15:00). Finally, Hadi gives his opinion on Brandon Svoboda and Yegor Rimashevskiy and grades Mike Grier's picks (19:00).Check out the podcast on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!FanDuelMake Every Moment More. Don't miss the chance to get your No Sweat First Bet up to TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in Bonus Bets when you go FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hadi Kalakeche of Locked on NHL Prospects and Dobber Prospects joins to discuss the San Jose Sharks draft class. We start with Will Smith and what he will need to continue to develop at Boston College and why Quentin Musty will turn into a steal for the Sharks. Next, Hadi gives his scouting report on Kasper Halttunen, and we discuss if he should stay in Liiga or play for the London Knights next season (10:30). Then, why was Luca Cagnoni such a smart pick at 123, and why his Hockey IQ sets him apart (15:00). Finally, Hadi gives his opinion on Brandon Svoboda and Yegor Rimashevskiy and grades Mike Grier's picks (19:00). Check out the podcast on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! FanDuel Make Every Moment More. Don't miss the chance to get your No Sweat First Bet up to TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in Bonus Bets when you go FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nico Sturm joins the San Jose Hockey Now Podcast! But before we congratulate Nico on winning a silver medal at the World Championships, and get his thoughts on the Erik Karlsson trade rumors and the San Jose Sharks' acquisition of his Team Germany teammate Leon Gawanke – Keegan McNally and Sheng critique each other's Erik Karlsson's trade proposals, discuss third teams that might be willing to participate in a Karlsson trade, and chat about the Filip Zadina and Kasper Haltunnen signings. First, Erik Karlsson (2:49). There's doubt that a deal will get done. Sheng questions how serious the Carolina Hurricanes are in their pursuit of Karlsson (8:13). Next, let's have some fun – keep in mind that these are purely speculative trade proposals! What does Sheng think of Keegan's Karlsson to Pittsburgh Penguins' proposal (13:00)? Keegan explains how the San Jose Sharks could get back more from the Pens while only retaining $2 million AAV a year of Karlsson's remaining contract (14:52).  Sheng is frustrated with websites and accounts who are passing off his proposals as actual trade offers (23:54). What does Keegan think of Sheng's Karlsson to Pittsburgh proposal (30:28)? Sheng explains his reasoning (32:28) and how his offer echoes what the San Jose Sharks got from the Canes for Brent Burns last summer, then Keegan responds (33:48). What does Keegan think of Sheng's Karlsson to Hurricanes proposal (39:50)? Sheng explains his rationale (40:16), including the Sharks liking Jack Drury (42:32). Keegan reacts (45:06). However, a Karlsson trade might not be as simple as Keegan and Sheng's proposals (48:12). A source told Sheng, “I've heard that it's going to take three teams to get it done.” Could a third team take on a rerouted contract like Jeff Petry, Mikael Granlund, or Teuvo Teravainen (49:54)? Sheng proposes an unusual retention strategy for the San Jose Sharks (54:12): How about having a third team retain just $1 million AAV for the next four years of Karlsson's contract? What teams might be a middle man (56:32) for a proposal like that?  Marco D'Amico of Montreal Hockey Now, Craig Morgan of PHNX Sports, and Hart Levine of Puckpedia offer their wisdom on this: Marco says the Montreal Canadiens aren't likely to help. Craig says that the Arizona Coyotes aren't the dumping ground that they used to be. Hart thinks, even if the AAV is low, that retaining for four years will require an overpay (1:10:14).  So what's an overpay trade for $1 million AAV retention for four years? Should the San Jose Sharks pay that price? Does Sheng think a Karlsson deal will happen this off-season (1:06:58)? Next, we talk about the Filip Zadina signing (1:13:25). Also, Sheng shares information on a genuine uncertainty about where Kasper Halttunen (1:18:55) will play next year. Finally, before we get to the Sturm interview, Sturm shares an off-to-the-side scouting report about Gawanke (1:26:30). Now, Nico Sturm (1:30:11)! Sturm talks about winning a silver medal at the World Championships (1:30:46). Sturm says the World Championships was the first time his older brother has seen him play live since he left Germany as a teenager (1:36:10). Sturm compares winning for Germany as opposed to winning a Stanley Cup (1:38:30). Sturm shares an under-the-radar German teammate that might have a better chance at the NHL than people think (1:41:15). Sturm talks about his reaction to a possible Erik Karlsson trade (1:44:18) and how the San Jose Sharks move forward without him. In Nico's opinion, what type of players do the San Jose Sharks need (1:46:50)? What type of team?Listen to the San Jose Hockey Now Podcast — it's a new link — on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and Google Podcasts. ★ Support this podcast ★

Will Smith joins the San Jose Hockey Now Podcast!Before we get to our interview with the latest San Jose Sharks sensation, Keegan McNally and Sheng Peng talked about the culmination of Sharks development camp, Thursday night's prospects scrimmage (1:55).Sheng shares pre and post-scrimmage insights from Sharks director of player development Todd Marchant and San Jose Barracuda head coach John McCarthy about development camp, as he and Keegan talk about how Team Teal's Will Smith (4:15), Cam Lund (9:54), Theo Jacobsson (11:05), Kasper Halttunen (15:42), Michael Fisher (17:05), Luca Cagnoni (18:50), and Eric Pohlkamp performed in the scrimmage. They then chat about the performances of Team White's Quentin Musty (23:15), Filip Bystedt, Ethan Cardwell, Brandon Svoboda (31:18), Ozzy Wiesblatt (33:32), Jake Furlong (36:04), Mattias Havelid, Dylan Ernst (39:38), and Valtteri Pulli (40:30).Sheng adds some interesting Marchant/McCarthy thoughts about the development camps of Henry Thrun (44:20), Nick Cicek, and Thomas Bordeleau (45:48).Then, Keegan and Sheng review what the San Jose Sharks have done so far in free agency, including the acquisitions of Anthony Duclair (51:53) and Leon Gawanke (57:08), and the signings of Givani Smith (1:05:57) and Kyle Burroughs.They also talk about why it makes sense for the Sharks to be in on remaining high-end free agents Matt Dumba and Vladimir Tarasenko (1:13:41), even in the midst of their rebuild. With the help of independent scouting service Team 33 (1:19:00), Sheng gets into why Dumba, despite his recent statistical decline, could be a fantastic fit for San Jose.Next, Keegan and Sheng talk about Erik Karlsson (1:27:50), and why the lack of suitors for Karlsson could spell trouble for the Sharks.Finally, Will Smith (1:36:55)! Smith talks about who's the best bowler among the Sharks prospects (1:37:32), why he chose No. 2 as his jersey number (1:37:58), how his sister Grace supported his career (1:40:40), carrying one of his grandpa Bill's last business cards at the Draft (1:41:35), his dog Rigney and being the great-great grandson of Chicago White Sox owner Charles Comiskey (1:42:45), his favorite nickname -- non-Fresh Prince or Smitty category (1:43:50), and hooking William Eklund up with a sponsorship deal with Chipotle (1:44:50). ★ Support this podcast ★