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Mario Ferraro is a polarizing player for San Jose Sharks fans after his first five seasons in the National Hockey League. Are Sharks fans too low on Ferraro, or is he properly rated? Start by analyzing his season stats, his most common defensive partners, and how well he played with Kyle Burroughs. Next, examine if Sharks fans are too low on Ferraro and if he still has another level to gain offensively or if this was Ferraro taking advantage of a lack of true offensive blueliners on the Sharks. Finally, discuss Ferraro's future with San Jose, how he is caught between the veterans and the prospects of the Sharks, and how General Manager Mike Grier will handle Ferraro's future in San Jose.

What are some top public scouts saying about the presumed number one pick in the National Hockey League's upcoming draft, Macklin Celebrini? Examine Tony Ferrari, Josh Tessler, and Cam Robinson's thoughts on the future San Jose Shark and compare that to some recent game tape of Celebrini. Then, what is Macklin Celebrini's most underrated trait when watching him play against the University of Denver and the University of Maine? And why is it exactly what General Manager Mike Grier is looking for? Finally, there is debate on whether Celebrini should return to Boston University for his sophomore season, explain why Celebrini's game is pro-ready even though he hasn't turned 18 yet.

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.