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Evolving Hockey has released its contract projections for the 2024-25 National Hockey League season. Which San Jose Sharks players are expected to stay, and who do they project to go? Look at their initial list for the Sharks and their contract projections. Start with Luke Kunin and why he will most likely get this largest contract of the potential free agents, why Calen Addison's projection looks off, and what Henry Thrun's next contract looks like. Finally, project the 2024-25 season roster with and without Macklin Celebrini and Will Smith and how much work Mike Grier has to do to hit the NHL's cap floor.

Tri-City forward Trevor Connelly is one of the most talented players in the 2024 Draft, but he has some red flags. Sam McGilligan joins to profile the forward. We discuss what makes Connelly such an intriguing prospect and weigh immaturity issues against talent. We also discuss how going to Providence should help his development on his way to the National Hockey League and if he is worth the risk for the San Jose Sharks. Finally, Sam helps to sort through the middle of the draft and some players that he would be looking to draft with the 14th pick and why the 2024 Draft reminds him of the 2017 NHL Draft.

The San Jose Sharks won the 2024 NHL Draft lottery and the rights to draft Boston University center Macklin Celebrini. Start by examining what Celebrini means for the Sharks after one of the worst seasons in franchise history, how this helps to erase the pain of losing Tomas Hertl and Erik Karlsson, and why the Sharks' future is so bright. Then, why should Celerini turn pro now, and where would he fit into the Sharks lineup? Finally, why will Celebrini help change the Sharks' outlook by giving them more options with head coaching candidates and free agents?

It's Draft Lottery Day, and the San Jose Sharks are awaiting the fate of the lottery balls. Start by getting caught up on the draft lottery process, the odds that the Sharks get the first overall pick, and how far down they could possibly slide in the draft. Also, discuss the potential of the Pittsburgh Penguins pick and where it could end up. Then, what would it mean for San Jose to land Macklin Celebrini in the draft, how would it help to give them a foundational piece in their rebuild and some much-needed juice. Finally, why losing the lottery isn't the end of the world for the Sharks, and a look at Bob McKenzie's top 15 board heading into the draft lottery.

Henry Thrun finished his rookie season with the San Jose Sharks; where did he thrive, and where does he need to continue to work? Start by reviewing his stats and analytics and look at who he played most of the season with. Then, look at what the Sharks need to do to put Thrun in the best position to succeed, including defining his role on the team, finding the right partner, and learning from Mario Ferraro's development and how the Sharks can not ask too much too soon from Thrun. Finally, with Henry Thrun needing a new contract this offseason, look at his qualifying offer and discuss why Nikolai Knyzhov's contract could be the basis for Thrun's next contract.

Is Carter Yakemchuk what the San Jose Sharks need on the blue line? Daniel Gee of Elite Prospects joins to profile the 6'3 right-handed defenseman out of the WHL. We examine what makes him such an intriguing prospect and how he ranks compared to some of the other defensemen in this draft. Then, we discuss his timeline and development and why he is a Mike Grier type of player. Finally, Daniel gives his opinions on the 2024 NHL Draft class, who he likes in the top 5, and his love of Cayden Lindstrom.