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Names have surfaced as potential head coaches for the San Jose Sharks. Examine four potential names for the Sharks as the National Hockey League's coaching carousel continues to spin. Start with Elliotte Friedman's report on former Detroit Red Wing head coach Jeff Blashill and why Mike Grier would consider Blashill. Discuss what Blashill did in Detroit and why he was eventually let go. Next, former Shark Marco Sturm has been linked to the Sharks' head coaching job. Examine his coaching path, what he has done with the Ontario Reign, and his work to build the German national program. Ryan Warsofsky has won wherever he has gone, but could he fix the Sharks defense he ran last season? Finally, Jay Leach is also linked to the Sharks job, what does his coaching path look like?

Adam Jiříček was on his way to being a top 10 draft in the upcoming draft before a knee injury at World Juniors knocked him out for the rest of the season. Tony Ferrari of The Hockey News joins to profile the Czech defenseman and why he could be worth the risk for the San Jose Sharks. We examine what type of defenseman Jiříček projects to be in the National Hockey League and how he compares to his brother, who was a top-five pick. We also discuss why Jiříček makes sense for the Sharks at 14 and how soon he could be in North America. Finally, we explore Macklin Celebrini's impact on the Sharks, including why it could make Will Smith's transition to the NHL easier.

Kasper Halttunen has been burning down the OHL playoffs with back-to-back hat tricks for the London Knights. How does his projection look as he makes his way to the National Hockey League? Start by analyzing his development this season, how he is starting to use his physical frame to be a more complete player, and how he was a dominant force in the Knights' comeback win on Monday night. Then, discuss his projection for the San Jose Sharks and why he could be a great complimentary piece for the likes of Macklin Celebrini, Will Smith, and William Eklund. Finally, check in on Will Smith's play at the IIHF World Championships and the good and bad during his limited ice time.

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.