What’s Igor Chernyshov’s ceiling? The San Jose Sharks rookie winger had an impressive NHL debut this past week. Insider Sheng Peng, prospects guru Keegan McNally, and host Zubair Jeewanjee dive into that in the latest episode of the San Jose Hockey Now Podcast. Why did one NHL scout pump the brakes on the Chernyshov hype, by setting more of a top-six winger expectation for the San Jose Sharks’ 2024 second-round pick? Are stars Mark Stone or Valeri Nichushkin valid comparisons for Chernyshov? Also, San Jose Sharks faceoff consultant Zenon Konopka jumps on the podcast! Legendary defenseman Dan Boyle joins in on the hilarious chat. Konopka discusses Ty Dellandrea’s growth at the faceoff circle and how impressive Macklin Celebrini is as a player. Konopka also shares now-funny stories from his colorful career, like spooking Dion Phaneuf and threatening Brian Boyle before a playoff game. Also, what’s the path for the San Jose Sharks to make the playoffs? Happy holidays from all of us at the San Jose Hockey Now Podcast! We also share our Sharks’ Christmas wishes, what we’re grateful for, and unsung heroes. Finally, Keegan previews the World Junior Championships! (3:20) What's Sheng grateful for? We also talk about the path for the Sharks to make the playoffs. (20:38) What's Zubair grateful for? (38:56) What's Keegan's wishlist? And a discussion about Chernyshov's ceiling. (1:11:37) What's Zubair's wishlist? (1:24:30) World Junior Championships preview! (1:44:41) Zenon Konopka interview! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
San Jose Sharks legend Dan Boyle, insider Sheng Peng, prospects guru Keegan McNally, and rink rat Zubair Jeewanjee talk all things Sharks! We’ve got a jam-packed episode this week! Randy Hahn joins to discuss his rousing call in the greatest regular season comeback in San Jose Sharks history, the 6-5 OT win over the Pittsburgh Penguins on Saturday. Hahn also shares more about the vibe on the team airplane after the game and declares that the Sharks are making the playoffs this year. We discuss the Will Smith and Philipp Kurashev injuries: Did the Sharks call up the right prospects in Igor Chernyshov and Ethan Cardwell? Finally, Keegan and Sheng discuss how San Jose is going to improve their defense in the future. Should they have been more aggressive chasing after Quinn Hughes? Which teams with No. 1 defensemen might make them available, via trade or UFA, in the near-future? Or, how can the Sharks make a Stanley Cup-caliber defense without a true No. 1? (00:00:00) – Intro: Randy Hahn, Will Smith Injury, No. 1 Defenseman (00:05:29) – Road Trip Recap: Three Wins and a Statement Finish (00:06:03) – Should Macklin Celebrini Wear the C Next Year? (00:07:20) – Celebrini Steps up for Will and the Bench Feels It (00:13:50) – Are We Overhyping Celebrini or Watching a LeBron Arc (00:14:46) – Guest Joins: Randy Hahn Talks Sharks Comeback (00:20:43) – Where Does This Rank Among Randy’s All-Time Sharks’ Calls? (00:22:19) – Randy’s Bold Take: San Jose Sharks Make the Playoffs This Year (00:24:45) – Was Smith Hit Dirty? Randy’s Take and Why the Response Mattered (00:26:40) – John Klingberg’s Bounceback: Patience, Health, and Power Play Time (00:34:10) – Handling the High: How Players Reset After a Massive Win (00:36:01) – Why Two Days Off Might Be the Smartest Coaching Move (00:39:36) – Randy’s Hidden Talent: Late Night Karaoke Standards (00:41:04) – Dan Clears a Room: Rage Against the Machine at Midnight (00:42:54) – Last Thought With Randy: Why This Win Becomes a Team Touchstone (00:50:54) – Road Trip Takeaways and Call-Ups After Injuries (00:57:30) – Ryan Reaves Factor? (00:59:34) – Deadline Dilemma: Can Grier Trade UFAs During Playoff Push? (01:01:12) – Playoff Experience vs Asset Value: What Matters More? (01:03:54) – Sheng’s Vegas Parallel: When a Team Forces You to Believe (01:06:49) – Sam Dickinson Development: Defense First, Power Play Later (01:11:02) – Sam Dickinson’s True Projection: Two-Way Minutes Eater (01:12:04) – Why the Sharks Still Need an Offensive Defenseman (01:13:44) – Comparing Dickinson to Noah Hanifin, Not Quinn Hughes (01:15:27) – Alex Wennberg’s Quiet Impact on the Comeback (01:17:00) – Smith and Kurashev’s Injury Report (01:18:05) – Why Chernyshov and Cardwell Were the Right Call-Ups (01:19:14) – The Sunburn Story and Why Chernyshov Slid in the Draft (01:20:28) – AHL Eye Test: Who Actually Looks NHL-Ready (01:21:54) – Why Musty Isn’t There Yet (01:22:49) – How Scouts View Chernyshov’s Ceiling (01:23:39) – What a True No. 1 Defenseman Means for This Roster (01:26:10) – Multiple Ways to Build a Cup-Winning Blue Line (01:27:30) – By Committee vs Superstar Defense Models (01:33:45) – Should San Jose Sharks Accelerate Rebuild (01:36:52) – How the Panthers Won Without a Quinn Hughes Type (01:38:08) – Historical Cup Winners and Their No. 1 Defensemen (01:39:58) – Why the 2026 Draft Might Be Too Late (01:41:27) – Safe Defense Picks vs Swinging for Elite Skill (01:43:10) – Evaluating the Sharks’ Defensive Prospect Pool (01:47:43) – Why the Sharks Were Right to Pass on Hughes (01:49:26) – Why Minnesota Could Gamble and San Jose Couldn’t (01:50:58) – Vulnerable Teams With Elite Defensemen (01:52:09) – McAvoy, Dahlin, Werenski, Fox: Who’s Actually Gettable? (01:54:04) – Why Dahlin Is a Near-Impossibility (01:59:05) – Why the Sharks May Need a Statement Signing (02:03:12) – Why Bowen Byram Is Intriguing (02:05:49) – Learning From Florida: Buying Devalued Assets (02:07:05) – Brandon Montour as a Transitional D? (02:09:14) – Finding Deals in Risky Defense Contracts (02:10:39) – Evan Bouchard as a Long-Term Wild Card (02:12:06) – Adam Fox Debate: Skill vs Size (02:13:29) – Grier’s Methodical Approach vs Big Swings (02:14:24) – The Askarov Trade as a Blueprint (02:15:17) – Why the Sharks Didn’t Rush the Hughes Market (02:18:09) – Celebrini Is Accelerating the Timeline (02:25:05) – Could San Jose Sharks Buy at Deadline? (02:25:30) – Keegan’s Prospect Corner (02:27:43) – Tynan Lawrence Rockets Up 2026 Draft Boards (02:28:52) – Why Lawrence’s Rise Is About Center Scarcity (02:30:25) – Lawrence’s Game: Strengths and Limits (02:33:58) – Current Top of the 2026 Draft Board (02:36:50) – Teddy Mutryn Development Check-In (02:45:01) – Keegan vs. Hodge: Who Was First to Graf Meme? (02:48:29) – Final Thoughts and Sign-Off Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
It’s a dream (or nightmare?) lefty-righty combo: Sheng is paired with just Dan Boyle today! Does Macklin Celebrini have a strong case for the Hart Trophy? Sheng thinks so. How about Alex Wennberg for…Selke? It’s not as crazy as it sounds. We also discuss the state of the San Jose Sharks’ blueline: Who deserves to play every night? What’s going on with Shakir Mukhamadullin? What’s a path for the young San Jose Sharks defenseman to get more consistent playing time? Dan is honest about what he’s seen from John Klingberg this season. Sheng asked some NHL scouts about Nick Leddy. Finally, Dan recalls when he knew that it was time for him to retire. He shares the mental challenge of adjusting to a lesser role in his last two years with the New York Rangers. Sponsored by Bring Hockey Back. Custom jerseys, hockey gear & tees for every fan. Use promo code: SANJOSEHOCKEYNOW for 15% off. ⸻ Listen on Spotify: San Jose Hockey Now Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4l4mpAD... Listen on Apple: San Jose Hockey Now Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... ⸻ Follow San Jose Hockey Now San Jose Hockey Now: https://sanjosehockeynow.com/ Instagram: @sanjosehockeynow: / sanjosehockeynow 𝕏 Twitter/X: @Sheng_Peng: https://x.com/Sheng_Peng 𝕏 Twitter/X: @halfwall_hockey: https://x.com/halfwall_hockey Facebook: San Jose Hockey Now: / sjhockeynow ⸻ Timestamps (00:00:00) – Intro: Aging Players, Sharks D and Celebrini MVP (00:07:02) – Why Zubair and Keegan Are Out This Week (00:07:34) – Michael Misa’s AHL Conditioning Stint (00:10:02) – What Shane Wright’s Path Means for Misa’s Development (00:13:36) – San Jose Sharks’ Inconsistent Compete Level Over the Last Month (00:15:23) – Surviving the NHL Season’s “Middle 40” Game Grind (00:18:03) – Sharks’ Practice Response to the 7–1 Capitals Loss (00:21:19) – Is Macklin Celebrini the MVP Right Now? (00:24:51) – Where Celebrini Ranks Among Superstars (00:29:35) – Making the Selke Case for Alex Wennberg (00:36:18) – Will Smith’s Surge and the Sharks’ Future Core (00:37:31) – Why Gaudette and Graf Are Quietly Fitting In (00:42:05) – Only 2 True Every Night D-men on San Jose Sharks (00:43:09) – Shakir Mukhamadullin’s Growing Pains and Usage (00:52:33) – Sorting Out Dickinson, Iorio and the Young D Depth (00:57:31) – World Juniors Decisions for Dickinson and Misa (00:58:05) – When a Player Realizes He’s Not the Same Anymore (01:00:03) – Losing a Step: Skating, Injuries and Recovery Time (01:03:01) – Accepting Reduced Roles and the Pilot Light Test (01:09:03) – How Systems and Roles Can Break or Elevate a D-Man (01:13:00) – Boos, Media Pressure and the Veteran Mindset (01:17:03) – What Sharks Really Have on Defense Right Now (01:20:31) – Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
San Jose Sharks legend Dan Boyle, insider Sheng Peng, prospects guru Keegan McNally, and Sharks Ice beer league champ Zubair Jeewanjee talk all things Sharks! This week, Sharks fan favorite and new Boston Bruins head coach Marco Sturm gives us the in’s and out’s of his new job: What’s the adjustment like coaching AHL vs. NHL players? As a coach, what do you hope to gain from scratching players? Do you treat superstars differently than the rest of the team? How do you use and handle the media? Before we chat with Sturm, we discuss this week in San Jose Sharks hockey! The Sharks have recalled Vincent Iorio, what do they do with their nine defensemen? We revisit the Fabian Zetterlund and Ryan Reaves trades. Sheng says Macklin Celebrini had just an okay week…and Celebrini still won NHL Third Star of the Week?! And Keegan zeroes in on Shakir Mukhamadullin and Keaton Verhoeff in his prospects’ corner, which also debuts a theme song, courtesy of Will Neumann! (2:48) Vincent Iorio recalled, San Jose Sharks have to make a D decision? (23:51) What’s going on with Michael Misa’s injury? Should Sharks send him to WJCs? (31:30) Revisiting the Fabian Zetterlund trade: Zack Ostapchuk is opening eyes! (42:20) The San Jose Sharks debut their hilarious Player of the Game Award! Ryan Reaves has made a huge impact on the locker room. Of course, we talk about Macklin Celebrini and Yaroslav Askarov! And we discuss another winning week of Sharks hockey. (1:22:00) We dissect Shakir Mukhamadullin’s game, for better and worse. Is Keaton Verhoeff going to be a No. 1 defenseman? (1:56:00) Marco Sturm interview! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
San Jose Sharks legend Dan Boyle, insider Sheng Peng, prospects guru Keegan McNally, and Sharks Ice beer league champ Zubair Jeewanjee talk about the resurgent Sharks. How good are the San Jose Sharks though, really? We discuss their much-maligned defense, from John Klingberg to Shakir Mukhamadullin. Kevin Woodley, NHL.com and InGoal Magazine goalie guru, jumps on to discuss Yaroslav Askarov’s improved play. He shares his thoughts about the specifics of why the young San Jose Sharks goalie has been so good in November. He also talks about the underrated Alex Nedeljkovic. We also debate who’s the San Jose Sharks’ second-best forward, William Eklund or Will Smith. Also, why did the Sharks call up Zack Ostapchuk over the likes of Quentin Musty, Igor Chernyshov, and company? Speaking of Chernyshov, Keegan focuses on the Russian’s strengths and weaknesses in his prospects focus. He also discusses perhaps the top 2026 Draft power forward, Ethan Belchetz, who has a cool Michael Misa connection. Sponsored by Bring Hockey Back. Custom jerseys, hockey gear & tees for every fan. Use promo code: SANJOSEHOCKEYNOW for 15% off. ⸻ Listen on Spotify: San Jose Hockey Now Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4l4mpAD... Listen on Apple: San Jose Hockey Now Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... ⸻ Follow San Jose Hockey Now San Jose Hockey Now: https://sanjosehockeynow.com/ Instagram: @sanjosehockeynow: / sanjosehockeynow 𝕏 Twitter/X: @Sheng_Peng: https://x.com/Sheng_Peng 𝕏 Twitter/X: @halfwall_hockey: https://x.com/halfwall_hockey Facebook: San Jose Hockey Now: / sjhockeynow ⸻ (00:10:07) What's up with the San Jose Sharks' defense? A lot of John Klingberg, Dmitry Orlov, and Shakir Mukhamadullin talk (00:52:52) Kevin Woodley jumps on to break down why Yaroslav Askarov has improved so much this year (01:50:02) Who's the San Jose Sharks' second-best forward? Why call up Zack Ostapchuk? (02:24:28) Keegan discusses Igor Chernyshov's improving game, and where he still has to get better Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
San Jose Sharks legend Dan Boyle, insider Sheng Peng, prospects guru Keegan McNally, and Sharks Ice rink rat Zubair Jeewanjee are joined by another Sharks legend! Jason Demers, now with NHL Network, talks about the Sharks’ off-season additions on the blueline, Dmitry Orlov, John Klingberg, and Nick Leddy. He also shares his thoughts on prospects Sam Dickinson and Shakir Mukhamadullin. Demers also shares how Boyle impacted him, when both patrolled the San Jose Sharks’ blueline. He also talks about the importance of sports psychology and mental health. We also discuss Michael Misa’s next step, Macklin Celebrini’s stunning evolution, and the underrated Alex Wennberg. Sponsored by Bring Hockey Back. Custom jerseys, hockey gear & tees for every fan. Use promo code: SANJOSEHOCKEYNOW for 15% off. ⸻ Listen on Spotify: San Jose Hockey Now Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4l4mpAD... Listen on Apple: San Jose Hockey Now Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... ⸻ Follow San Jose Hockey Now San Jose Hockey Now: https://sanjosehockeynow.com/ Instagram: @sanjosehockeynow: / sanjosehockeynow 𝕏 Twitter/X: @Sheng_Peng: https://x.com/Sheng_Peng 𝕏 Twitter/X: @halfwall_hockey: https://x.com/halfwall_hockey Facebook: San Jose Hockey Now: / sjhockeynow (00:00:00) – Intro & Sponsor: Bring Hockey Back (00:03:00) – Michael Misa Debate: Keep or Send Back? (00:08:50) – Comparing Misa to Will Smith & Sam Dickinson (00:10:45) – Keegan’s Case for Keeping Misa (00:13:30) – Zubair on Development & IQ (00:14:00) – Celebrini’s Emergence: “It’s His Room Now” (00:18:00) – Alex Wennberg’s Underrated Two-Way Impact (00:20:30) – Role Players & Emerging Forwards (00:23:40) – Jason Demers & Dan Boyle Join (00:25:00) – Sharks’ Turnaround: 5-2-1 Run Explained (00:27:00) – JD Demers on System Shift (00:28:30) – San Jose Sharks’ Defense Deep Dive (00:31:00) – Fans Roast John Klingberg (and Why They’re Wrong) (00:33:00) – Dan Boyle on Power Play Dynamics (00:39:00) – Why the Aggressive 2-1-2 Style Fits Sharks’ DNA (00:43:00) – Defense Pairings: Leddy, Mukhamadullin, Dickinson, Orlov (00:45:30) – Askarov’s Growth in Net (00:47:30) – Demers & Boyle on Goalie Oversliding (00:57:00) – Locker Room Camaraderie: Sticks, Sharpening & Stories (01:02:00) – Mentorship & Mental Health in the NHL (01:12:00) – JD’s Journey to Game #700 (01:26:00) – Dan Boyle’s Perspective: Support Systems Matter (01:34:00) – Life After Hockey & JD’s New Mental Health App (01:43:00) – Breathwork, Flow State & Mind-Body Tools for Athletes (01:49:00) – Final Reflections: Anxiety, Growth & Gratitude (01:55:42) – Rapidfire Blueline Takes: Liljegren, Ferraro PK Value, Mukhamadullin/Vlasic Comps (01:57:02) – “Moose” Breakout Pass Debate, Point Pace, and Quality-of-Opponent Context (01:59:00) – Demers Leaves (02:00:05) – Candid Mental Health Story and Why It Matters (02:01:19) – Are We… Confident? Cautious Optimism After a Strong Run (02:02:26) – Next Big Test: Winnipeg Preview (Size, Depth, Elite Goaltending) (02:04:59) – Confidence Compounds: Swagger, Vocal Leadership, PK Sturdiness (02:07:11) – New Identity: Initiating Physicality vs. Merely Responding (02:09:14) – PK Turnaround and Individual Stick-Detail Shoutouts (02:09:46) – Roster Crunch Coming for San Jose Sharks’ D, What Happens? (02:11:36) – Keep Misa Up? Shot Volume, Finishing Will Follow (02:12:41) – Prospect Watch: Albert Smiths, 17-Year-Old LHD in Liiga (02:15:59) – 2026 Class Vibe: Defense-Heavy, Many Righties, Strong Top-10 Draft (02:16:10) – Sharks Prospect: Eric Pohlkamp (DU) Profile — Rush Offense & Cannon Shot (02:18:25) – Pohlkamp’s Ceiling: PP1 vs. Depth Value (02:23:58) – NCAA Is Stacked: Why That Matters for Evaluation (02:25:22) – Trade Market Hopes for an Offensive RHD (02:27:21) – Late Bloomers & Overagers: NHL’s Hidden Goldmine (02:30:55) – Wrap and Sign-Off: Long Episode, Worth It Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The good vibes are back with the San Jose Sharks! San Jose Sharks legend Dan Boyle, insider Sheng Peng, prospects guru Keegan McNally, and Sharks Ice rink rat Zubair Jeewanjee talk about the Macklin Celebrini superstar tour. Boyle, who’s played with his share of great players, puts Celebrini in rarified air. We also discuss some of Celebrini’s less-obvious skills. Along the way, Boyle tells a hilarious Igor Larionov story. Should the San Jose Sharks be concerned about Yaroslav Askarov’s play? Boyle doesn’t think so, while Sheng shares insight into Askarov’s relationship with the media. We’re nearing decision time on Sam Dickinson and Michael Misa, should they stay in the NHL or go back to juniors? The boys have a far different opinion of Misa’s game against the Los Angeles Kings than most of you. Boyle weighs in on the San Jose Sharks’ veteran defensemen, Dmitry Orlov and John Klingberg. Dan likes their recent play. To close the show, Zubair praises William Eklund and Will Smith and Collin Graf’s development. Sponsored by Bring Hockey Back. Custom jerseys, hockey gear & tees for every fan. Use promo code: SANJOSEHOCKEYNOW for 15% off. ⸻ Listen on Spotify: San Jose Hockey Now Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4l4mpAD... Listen on Apple: San Jose Hockey Now Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... ⸻ Follow San Jose Hockey Now San Jose Hockey Now: https://sanjosehockeynow.com/ Instagram: @sanjosehockeynow: / sanjosehockeynow Twitter/X: @Sheng_Peng: https://x.com/Sheng_Peng Twitter/X: @halfwall_hockey: https://x.com/halfwall_hockey Facebook: San Jose Hockey Now: / sjhockeynow ⸻ (3:35) Macklin Celebrini is a superstar? (8:55) Celebrini's underrated skills? (13:20) Is Celebrini making Team Canada? (31:28) The definition of a superstar? (44:04) Trick or treat: Our favorite players? Scariest players? (46:20) Boyle tells a hilarious Igor Larionov story (1:02:10) Worried about Yaroslav Askarov? (1:16:08) Should the San Jose Sharks keep Misa and Dickinson? (1:21:04) How are Dmitry Orlov & John Klingberg looking? (1:52:38) Mike Grier's vision of Sharks coming together? (1:53:55) Ryan Warsofsky's tactical changes helping Sharks? (1:57:35) Love for William Eklund Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The San Jose Sharks have started another season on a long losing streak: Is head coach Ryan Warsofsky facing some pressure? San Jose Sharks legend Dan Boyle, insider Sheng Peng, prospects guru Keegan McNally, and Sharks Ice beer league champ Zubair Jeewanjee discuss the team’s 0-4-2 start. We discuss Warsofsky’s work with the San Jose Sharks’ veterans and youngsters. Is Macklin Celebrini rounding into form? What do we think about Michael Misa and Sam Dickinson so far? Hockey tactics guru Jack Han jumps on, and shares his thoughts about the importance of coaching continuity and the dangers of rushing young defensemen. (00:00:00) Intro – San Jose Sharks' losing streak & podcast setup (00:00:47) Bring Hockey Back mention & show open (00:02:09) Dan Boyle joins wearing a mask – “Chuckles” bit (00:02:56) Team bonding & Broadway talk – Book of Mormon (00:06:17) Boyle’s parents and “Puppetry of the Penis” story (00:08:03) Keegan’s New York City engagement story (00:14:21) Sheng’s NYC subway make-out story & third-rail near-death (00:17:21) Pivot to Sharks hockey – Ty Dellandrea prank story (00:20:53) Boyle’s road roommate stories – Joe Thornton & Jason Demers (00:23:03) “Let’s talk Sharks hockey” – the Warsofsky quote segment (00:23:28) Warsofsky’s “sacrifice my kid” joke goes viral (00:25:08) Boyle’s John Tortorella “Shut your yap” anecdote (00:27:00) Sharks’ first real win-worthy games – Isles & Pens recap (00:28:02) Celebrini’s compete level & captain talk (00:29:16) Boyle on letting Celebrini make mistakes & self-awareness (00:33:50) Boyle & Sheng discuss mental side of losing (00:35:57) Boyle on player accountability and motivation (00:37:52) Discussion: Is Warsofsky's seat getting warm? (00:43:06) Boyle on GM check-ins with players about the coach (00:48:44) Sharks’ young D: Misa & Dickinson analysis (00:56:27) Goalie rotation debate – Askarov, consistency, and confidence (01:00:06) Defense talk: D-pairs, Orlov praise and toughness (01:02:01) Segue to Jack Han segment (01:03:09) Intro – Jack Han joins, ex-Marlies coach & author (01:04:11) Han on continuity, rebuilds, and coaching patience (01:05:46) Why firing coaches too early ruins rebuilds (01:07:00) Player accountability & psychology in development (01:09:02) Han compares Sharks’ situation to Montreal’s growth (01:13:05) What the Sharks lack tactically: pressure & structure (01:17:04) Keegan: Sharks’ defensive stagnation & lack of identity (01:18:01) Sheng: dangers of rushing young D like Dickinson (01:19:01) Jack Han: mental readiness and the “middle schooler in high school” analogy (01:22:19) Han: firing Warsofsky would be just short-term relief (01:23:08) Fan question: how to watch hockey better? (01:25:09) Carolina’s man-to-man defense explained (01:26:15) Why no pure man-to-man team wins the Cup (01:27:01) Han’s message to junior parents & coaches – send questions! (01:30:02) Keegan & Sheng final segment – Dickinson, Misa, Graf recap (01:32:13) Dickinson’s learning curve & confidence talk (01:33:46) Should Dickinson stay in NHL or go back to juniors? (01:35:27) Prospects philosophy & patience (01:36:31) Misa’s first point and Schaefer envy (01:38:48) Draft philosophy: Dickinson vs. Buium debate (01:39:41) Prospect Corner – McKenna, Verhoeff, and 2026 Draft talk (01:41:03) Prediction: Sharks beat Rangers for first win (01:42:23) Wrap-up & sign-off Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
San Jose Sharks legend Dan Boyle, insider Sheng Peng, prospects guru Keegan McNally, and Sharks Ice beer league champ Zubair Jeewanjee react to opening night’s explosive Hasso Plattner interview! We share our reaction to the San Jose Sharks’ owner’s thoughts about Erik Karlsson, Doug Wilson, Doug Wilson Jr., and more! We also chat about the rough start to the Sharks’ season…what are our biggest worries so far? What do we think about Sam Dickinson and Michael Misa’s NHL debuts? We also discuss the San Jose Sharks’ unpopular new goal song and claiming Vincent Iorio off waivers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Dan Boyle takes your questions! In a special mailbag, the San Jose Sharks legend takes a question from the equally-legendary Randy Hahn, tells us why the President’s Trophy-winning 2008-09 Sharks got swept in the first round, how an NHL locker room would react to an openly-gay player, why he joined the San Jose Hockey Now Podcast, and shares a hilarious locker room prank story. Insider Sheng Peng and prospects guru Keegan McNally also share their thoughts about the San Jose Sharks’ opening night roster and Tuesday’s lines, including Ty Dellandrea taking the third-line center job, at least for now, from Michael Misa and Philipp Kurashev. Dan Boyle answered his many questions first! Sponsored by Bring Hockey Back. Custom jerseys, hockey gear & tees for every fan. Use promo code: SANJOSEHOCKEYNOW for 15% off. ⸻ 🎧 Listen on Spotify: San Jose Hockey Now Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4l4mpAD... 🎧 Listen on Apple: San Jose Hockey Now Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... ⸻ Follow San Jose Hockey Now San Jose Hockey Now: https://sanjosehockeynow.com/ 📸 Instagram: @sanjosehockeynow: / sanjosehockeynow 𝕏 Twitter/X: @Sheng_Peng: https://x.com/Sheng_Peng 𝕏 Twitter/X: @halfwall_hockey: https://x.com/halfwall_hockey 📘 Facebook: San Jose Hockey Now: / sjhockeynow ⸻ Timestamps (00:00:00) Introductions, sponsor Bring Hockey Back & setup for the Dan Boyle Mailbag (00:04:04) Randy Hahn asks: Did Dan Boyle ever beat him in golf? (00:05:12) Corey Perry stories – Was he really that bad? Ryan Getzlaf’s reaction (00:07:45) Patrick: Could Luca Cagnoni switch to forward? Boyle’s take on playing out of position (00:09:56) Kevin: Lane Hutson’s Calder points – do secondary assists really count? (00:10:54) Fallooooooon: The Joe Thornton & Patrick Marleau “it” debate (00:13:26) EH: Can Will Smith’s shot be fixed or is it fine as is? (00:15:18) Pucktastic: When partners step up – chemistry between D-men (00:17:34) Stephanie K: The biggest jerks in hockey — would Boyle name names? (00:20:18) RPhillips: Watching hockey as a fan vs. as a player – how NHLers actually watch games (00:23:11) Pescadito: CTE, mental health & how an NHL locker room would react to a gay player (00:28:45) Fin Coe: Playing on your off-hand – is it overblown? (00:30:36) Dylan Smallwood: Boyle reacts to “Blood Sucking Freaks” and cult movies (00:33:19) Brad Fitzpatrick: The mental side of his 2010 playoff own goal & redemption (00:36:55) Chris Robinson: Hilarious NHL prank stories – teammates beware (00:40:02) Rothgar: Why Dan Boyle joined the SJHN Podcast (00:42:51) Joe E: How much credit does John Tortorella deserve for Tampa’s turnaround? (00:45:26) Boomer: Boyle’s defensive preference – playing against dump-and-chase vs. speed entries? (00:48:55) GH: Being a roadie for Faith No More – and thoughts on Mr. Bungle (00:52:44) SJShorky: NHL officiating – hits in the numbers & evolving standards (00:57:03) Eric: The role of veteran mentorship on rebuilding teams (01:00:35) James R: How captains and alternates are really chosen inside an NHL room (01:04:12) Dylan C: Could Dan Boyle win the Masters starting from the green? (01:06:03) Falco5: 6 Boyles vs 6 Vlasic – who wins? (01:10:42) Mike I: Thoughts on the San Jose Sharks’ defense this season (01:13:09) Craig VanDierendonck: Miami University days & any Wally Szczerbiak stories (01:18:22) Gary To: Which playoff loss hurt more — 2011 vs Vancouver or 2014 vs LA? (01:22:08) Erik Drobey: What Boyle looks for in the first 10 games to judge Sharks’ trajectory (01:24:51) Yuri Baranovsky: What went wrong with the 2009 President’s Trophy Sharks? (01:28:30) Boyle’s closing thoughts – team culture, mindset & learning from failure (01:31:13) Sheng & Keegan Segment – Behind bringing Dan Boyle to SJHN (01:37:34) Kevin: How to improve your hockey IQ as a fan (01:41:48) RPhillips: What Will Smith must do to start driving play (01:45:20) Chris Robinson: Could SJHN add a systems breakdown segment? (01:48:56) Ted Pederson: Should Sharks move vets to make room for youth? (01:53:04) Falco5: How coaches actually decide rosters – games vs. scrimmages vs. practice (01:57:40) Gary To: Favorite Tarantino film (and heated movie talk) (02:04:15) Sheng & Keegan’s thoughts on San Jose Sharks’ opening night roster (02:17:31) Curious lines at practice – Ty Dellandrea at 3C, Misa & Dickinson status (02:28:10) Who should start in net opening night? (02:34:25) Final roster and leadership reflections – Boyle’s mentorship legacy (02:38:40) Closing: Team culture, locker room dynamics & fan shout-outs (02:46:15) Wrap-up – subscribe, follow @sanjosehockeynow & support Bring Hockey Back Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
We got a jam-packed show! San Jose Sharks legend Dan Boyle talks about how we should evaluate pre-season performances from veterans and rookies. He also discusses the importance of talent, confidence, execution, and opportunity when it comes to the growth of a young star like William Eklund. Boyle also shares the hilarious inside story about when he shotgunned a beer at a Sharks’ playoff game in 2019. https://twitter.com/SanJoseSharks/status/1126312518136127491 Insider Sheng Peng, prospects guru Keegan McNally, and Sharks Ice beer league champ Zubair Jeewanjee share their thoughts about how training camp is going for the San Jose Sharks. Sheng shares insight from Jack Han about an ill-fated Dmitry Orlov and Michael Misa exchange in Wednesday’s 5-2 loss to the Anaheim Ducks. We also share Stathletes’ 2025-26 points projections for the San Jose Sharks. Zubair has points projections too, from his own algorithm! We also project the opening night roster! (We recorded on Thursday!) Dan Boyle starts with a story about director Danny Boyle! (12:42) Boyle opines on how seriously we should evaluate pre-season hockey (48:18) When did Boyle know that he had gone from hockey star to "nobody"? (54:00) Our thoughts about the San Jose Sharks' pre-season so far, including Zubair's thoughts about Tuesday's scrimmage (1:26:15) Jack Han is joining San Jose Hockey Now as a consultant! Han shared his thoughts about a recent ill-fated Misa/Orlov exchange (1:33:18) What are Stathletes' points predictions for the 2025-26 San Jose Sharks? (2:08:30) Our opening night roster predictions! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Who are our 2025-26 pre-season top-10 San Jose Sharks prospects? In a throwback San Jose Hockey Now Podcast segment, it’s just Sheng and Keegan together again to reveal their top-10. How much are Quentin Musty, Cam Lund, and Eric Pohlkamp trending up? Who’s No. 2, Yaroslav Askarov or Sam Dickinson? Where do 2025 Draft picks Michael Misa, Josh Ravensbergen, and Haoxi (Simon) Wang rank? The general cut-off for prospects for this ranking, by the way, is 50 NHL games. Before our top-10 prospects talk, San Jose Sharks legend Dan Boyle, Sharks Ice beer league champ Zubair Jeewanjee, insider Sheng Peng, and prospects guru Keegan McNally discuss all the hot Sharks training camp topics. 18-year NHL veteran Boyle weighs in on the idea of a fourth-liner like Barclay Goodrow being named Sharks captain. We discuss Jack Thompson perhaps being at a crossroads in his Sharks’ career. From Misa to Will Smith to Alex Nedeljkovic to Philipp Kurashev, who impressed in the Sharks’ pre-season debut? (00:00:00) Introductions (00:00:24) Sponsor: Bring Hockey Back (coupon code: SanJoseHockeyNow) (00:01:13) Dating apps, boundaries & hockey fandom (00:03:36) Band tees & music rabbit hole (Tool, The Liars, Dumb & Dumber, Tarantino) (00:10:40) News/notes segue (00:11:45) Sharks captaincy recap: Goodrow vs. Toffoli, Ferraro context (00:16:04) Dan Boyle: What a captain actually does in the NHL (00:24:04) Do captains need to play big minutes? (00:32:00) Predictions: “C” now vs. bridge years without a captain (00:33:38) Jack Thompson’s camp: tweener risk & path to NHL (00:39:05) Boyle’s 80–90% rule for bubble players (00:45:48) Michael Jordan lesson: fail forward & keep shooting (00:50:30) Sports psychology & George Mumford (00:51:01) Dan Boyle signs off (00:52:00) Camp updates: illness return, cautious ramp-up, PP units (00:53:29) Klingberg injury; Dickinson power play looks (00:56:39) Preseason Game 1 takeaways & context (00:58:49) Smith/Dickinson connection — what translates at NHL speed? (01:00:57) Michael Misa’s “winning details”: faceoffs, strength, denial without penalties (01:03:06) Group A/B practice reads — what they mean (and don’t) (01:05:56) Musty’s 2nd-period dip & in-game coaching adjustments (01:08:07) Roster math: waiver-exempt vs. earning trust (01:14:04) Goaltending: puck-handling as a hidden weapon (01:16:06) Nedeljkovic example: clean rims past pressure (01:16:53) Yaroslav Askarov’s puck-handling upside — asset or risk? (01:17:29) Tandems & mentorship: Askarov learning from Nedeljkovic (01:18:24) Why this roster feels better constructed to win (01:19:11) Grier’s summer moves: puck movers & more skill (01:19:42) Orlov’s impact & easing Ferraro’s minutes (01:20:29) Condolences to Mike Grier’s family (01:20:53) Top-10 San Jose Sharks prospects intro (01:21:20) Honorable mentions & methodology (games cutoff, graduation rules) (01:22:30) Depth discussion: Graf, Mukhamadullin, Askarov, more (01:23:39) Bubble prospects & the “third tier” pool (01:25:03) Prospect tiers: Pohlkamp, Halttunen, Sahlin Wallenius, Cardwell (01:28:30) San Jose Sharks’ surprising wing depth for Barracuda (01:29:45) Other sleepers: Roberts, Svoboda, Muldowney, Laubach (01:32:14) Honorable mentions wrap-up (01:33:39) Just missed Top 10 — Wang & Lund debates (01:37:33) Lund as a “poor man’s Chris Kreider” comp (01:40:12) Sharks’ wing depth & potential breakouts (01:41:48) Top-10 countdown begins Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The San Jose Sharks have opened training camp! Sharks legend Dan Boyle, insider Sheng Peng, prospects guru Keegan McNally, and beer league champ Zubair Jeewanjee react to Rookie Faceoff and GM Mike Grier’s training camp availability. We discuss Will Smith staying at wing, Grier’s reaction to Marc-Edouard Vlasic’s unhappiness with his buyout and Ryane Clowe’s departure to the New York Rangers, and Dan shares how he avoided involvement in the infamous Jeremy Roenick “Scare Tactics” prank. We also debate who should be the San Jose Sharks’ next captain, Barclay Goodrow or Tyler Toffoli. Sponsored by Bring Hockey Back. Custom jerseys, hockey gear & tees for every fan. Use promo code: SANJOSEHOCKEYNOW for 15% off. ⸻ 🎧 Listen on Spotify: San Jose Hockey Now Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4l4mpAD... 🎧 Listen on Apple: San Jose Hockey Now Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... ⸻ Follow San Jose Hockey Now San Jose Hockey Now: https://sanjosehockeynow.com/ 📸 Instagram: @sanjosehockeynow: / sanjosehockeynow 𝕏 Twitter/X: @Sheng_Peng: https://x.com/Sheng_Peng 𝕏 Twitter/X: @halfwall_hockey: https://x.com/halfwall_hockey 📘 Facebook: San Jose Hockey Now: / sjhockeynow ⸻ Timestamps (00:00:08) Introductions, new mics & PlayStation headset jokes (00:02:05) Sponsor: Bring Hockey Back & “Human Centipede” jersey gag (00:03:46) Mission Impossible haircut & top movie scenes debate (00:09:12) Best/worst M. Night: Sixth Sense, Signs, Village, Unbreakable (00:15:09) Del Toro, Fear & Loathing, sponsor redo (00:16:57) News & Notes — Rookie Faceoff impressions (00:17:27) Musty shines: Physical play & offensive jump (00:19:21) Wang fight sparks comeback; skates flying (00:23:29) Wang big-body comp & long-term upside talk (00:27:02) Michael Misa’s poise; center vs wing (00:33:19) Healthy fear, Lindros's concussions, Scott Stevens's hits (00:39:00) Eklund’s “Slippery Pete” nickname & elusiveness (00:43:15) Paul Kariya moment & casting hockey movie roles (00:44:48) Oliver Wahlstrom PTO; Barracuda scoring depth (00:50:12) Camp Day 1 lines: Celebrini–Smith–Skinner; Misa w/ Eklund; Musty w/ vets (00:56:57) Will Smith staying at wing; “glass-and-out” philosophy (01:01:02) Why Day 1 lines matter more than coaches admit (01:05:02) D-pair looks; rookies with NHL'ers (01:06:53) New CBA: fitness testing scrapped; Tortorella camp tales (01:15:04) “Get Torts on the pod” goal; casting debate (Winkler vs J.K. Simmons) (01:21:51) San Jose Sharks' center depth: Celebrini, Misa, Wennberg, Gaudette (01:25:00) PP “bumper” role talk (01:27:57) Scrimmage snapshots: Misa calm; rookie mistakes (01:30:58) “Welcome to pros” hit: Klingberg erases Misa; pace, checking (01:31:08) Musty year-to-year: calmer, nor forcing flash, strong forecheck (01:32:27) Chernyshov along the wall; clear bottom-six floor if offense stalls (01:33:04) Dickinson watch: good plays but one huge gamble → 2-on-1 (can’t happen) (01:34:30) Dickinson cannot play AHL full-time (01:36:53) Rushing risk vs opportunity; Korchinski example; differing dev paths (01:39:41) If team struggles? Play Dickinson a lot; confidence stories (01:41:54) Prediction: Stagger the 9 games, AHL “conditioning,” WJC, then back to London (01:45:46) Sharks Ice upgrades: bigger room, dedicated video space; why facilities matter (01:50:24) Vegas “Scare Tactics” prank: Seto/Mitchell saga; buried tape; DW not happy (01:58:02) Day 1 camp wrap: Grier on Vlasic buyout—gave heads-up; no PTO yet (02:03:02) Sharks captain: Grier comfortable waiting to decide (02:05:00) Candidates' debate: Ferraro vs Toffoli vs Goodrow; what the “C” signals (02:07:03) Ethos vs production: blocking shots grit vs elite finish; short-term bridge “C”? (02:13:21) Goodrow discourse: waivers, usage, buy-in, late-season fights; culture case (02:21:10) Toffoli case: wanted to be here, Cup pedigree, mentors scorers (02:26:02) Tenure math: Ferraro trade chatter; why staff might pick someone with term (02:30:17) Consensus drift: Captain this year (Goodrow/Toffoli) vs. none? (02:37:31) UFAs: Grier non-committal on Ferraro & Wennberg extensions (02:39:41) Wennberg love: under-the-puck play, pass accuracy, ideal 3C; Trade Deadline value? (02:45:30) Clowe exit; family in FL; no new AGM planned (02:47:43) Sign-off & next-week tease Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Luca Cagnoni has been compared to Dan Boyle…what does Boyle think about that? The San Jose Sharks legend is back with insider Sheng Peng, prospects authority Keegan McNally, and beer leaguer Zubair Jeewanjee to talk all things Sharks. We cover a busy week in San Jose Sharks’ news: Michael Misa signs his ELC, Ryane Clowe leaves the Sharks to join the New York Rangers, San Jose trades for Carey Price, Marc-Edouard Vlasic says Sharks management lied to him, and…is Sam Dickinson going to live with Boyle? We then break down Cagnoni’s game: What subtleties in Cagnoni’s skating and stick detail need improvement? What can Cagnoni learn from Boyle — and how can Cagnoni carve out his own path? There’s also HUGE San Jose Hockey Now Podcast (family) news! Sponsored by Bring Hockey Back. Custom jerseys, hockey gear & tees for every fan. Use promo code: SANJOSEHOCKEYNOW for 15% off. ⸻ 🎧 Listen on Spotify: San Jose Hockey Now Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4l4mpAD... 🎧 Listen on Apple: San Jose Hockey Now Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... ⸻ Follow San Jose Hockey Now San Jose Hockey Now: https://sanjosehockeynow.com/ 📸 Instagram: @sanjosehockeynow: / sanjosehockeynow 𝕏 Twitter/X: @Sheng_Peng: https://x.com/Sheng_Peng 𝕏 Twitter/X: @halfwall_hockey: https://x.com/halfwall_hockey 📘 Facebook: San Jose Hockey Now: / sjhockeynow ⸻ Timestamps (00:00:00) Introductions & Dan’s golf handicap (00:02:05) Sponsor: Bring Hockey Back & the “Human Centipede” joke (00:03:17) Zubair’s big news & Dan’s advice for him (00:09:57) Music talk: Nirvana vs. Chicago & early CD purchases (00:16:30) Michael Misa ELC, contract limits & Rookie Faceoff preview (00:23:04) Ryane Clowe leaves & Dan ponders front office role (00:34:05) Carey Price trade: Cap space, money & Montreal legacy (00:43:29) Vlasic says “I was lied to” & Dan’s trade story (00:48:58) Building a destination team: Florida Panthers vs. San Jose Sharks (01:01:50) Luca Cagnoni talk! Hockey defenseman footwork & stickwork tips (01:05:30) Gap control & angling fundamentals for D-men (01:08:30) Be tough & pesky: Cross-checks and small D physicality (01:12:53) Offensive creativity & spin-o-rama: Surprise your opponent (01:14:20) Spin‑o‑rama & coaching individuals: Dan’s Tortorella/Ramsay stories (01:26:25) Secrets to hockey success: confidence, opportunity & skill (01:29:00) Good coaching & individual guidance for NHL defensemen (01:33:20) Final tips for young defensemen & adapting your game (01:42:20) Golf with Coach Warsofsky & Macklin Celebrini captain chat (01:43:32) Wrap-up & chaotic handshake gag Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Dan Boyle joins a new team…the San Jose Hockey Now Podcast! The San Jose Sharks legend makes a raw co-hosting debut alongside insider Sheng Peng, prospects authority Keegan McNally, and beer league champ Zubair Jeewanjee. On this episode, the boys talk about who the next San Jose Sharks captain should be. Macklin Celebrini? Tyler Toffoli? Someone else? Boyle also shares his ideal leadership group composition, stories of Dave Andreychuk telling John Tortorella off, and more! We also discuss the San Jose Sharks’ Rookie Faceoff roster, how the new CBA affects the team, and…the time that Dan showed “The Human Centipede” on the team plane?!? Sponsored by Bring Hockey Back. Custom jerseys, hockey gear & tees for every fan. Use promo code: SANJOSEHOCKEYNOW for 15% off. ⸻ 🎧 Listen on Spotify: San Jose Hockey Now Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4l4mpADVRh5IPCdD2uRw1i 🎧 Listen on Apple: San Jose Hockey Now Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/san-jose-hockey-now-podcast/id1694200934 ⸻ Follow San Jose Hockey Now San Jose Hockey Now: https://sanjosehockeynow.com/ 📸 Instagram: @sanjosehockeynow: https://www.instagram.com/sanjosehockeynow/ 𝕏 Twitter/X: @Sheng_Peng: https://x.com/Sheng_Peng 𝕏 Twitter/X: @halfwall_hockey: https://x.com/halfwall_hockey 📘 Facebook: San Jose Hockey Now: https://www.facebook.com/sjhockeynow/ ⸻ Timestamps (00:00:00) Welcome to Episode 100 🎉 (00:00:41) Sponsor shoutout: Bring Hockey Back (00:01:42) Introducing SJ Sharks legend Dan Boyle 🦈 (00:02:10) Boyle’s career recap: Cup, Olympic Gold, 1,000+ games (00:03:05) Why Boyle joined SJHN Podcast (00:04:06) Shared competitiveness, Sharks’ passion & Tom Cruise (00:05:02) Dan Boyle’s infamous “Human Centipede” story 🤯 (00:08:53) Cult films, shock value & Sharks sponsor reactions (00:10:28) Tom Cruise movie favorites (Vanilla Sky, Magnolia, Maverick) (00:14:21) Hollywood talk vs. Sharks talk balance (00:16:15) Rookie Faceoff roster breakdown (Misa, Musty, Dickinson) (00:18:44) Prospects to watch: Musty, Wang, Misa (00:20:55) Colin Graf spotlight (Boyle’s thoughts on undrafted gems) (00:23:52) Why scouting is the most underrated part of hockey (00:26:01) New NHL CBA updates & Sharks’ implications (00:29:59) Emergency goalies, contract rules & neck guards (00:32:45) Sam Dickinson’s AHL eligibility debate (00:35:40) Prediction time: Will Dickinson stick in the NHL? (00:38:44) Luca Cagnoni & small defensemen discussion (00:40:56) Boyle on NHL size bias & his own career path (00:42:40) Transition to Sharks captaincy debate (00:44:05) What makes a strong NHL captain? (Boyle’s 3 attributes) (00:46:59) Dave Andreychuk stories & Torts’ dynamics 🔥 (00:50:53) Off-ice leadership: glue guys, travel, wives room, more (00:55:41) On-ice leadership: work ethic above all (00:57:12) Who should be the next Sharks captain? Boyle’s take (01:01:10) Why too young captains can be risky (01:05:12) Jason Demers’s stories & “knowing when to shut up” (01:08:01) Todd McLellan’s family-first locker room philosophy (01:10:29) Sharks’ 2008-09 President’s Trophy team reflections (01:14:00) Boyle on 2010 Olympic partner Pronger (01:15:03) Leadership archetypes: workhorse, glue guy, vocal, swagger (01:17:53) Sharks-specific examples (Nichol, Thornton, Pavelski) (01:23:12) Roundtable: Who should wear the “C” in San Jose? (01:26:00) Ferraro vs. Goodrow vs. No Captain debate (01:30:18) Sharks captaincy history: stripping Marleau & Thornton (01:32:29) Wrap-up chaos: Human Centipede salutes & Matchbox 20 😂 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The San Jose Hockey Now Podcast is sponsored by Bring Hockey Back! In this episode of the San Jose Hockey Now Podcast, Sheng and Zubair connect from London and Minnesota to dive into latest San Jose Sharks news, including a major arena update and Michael Misa contract speculation. They welcome guest Jesse Cohen (All The Kings Men Podcast) for a deep discussion on how the Sharks can take the next step in the rebuild — six steps back to respectability — drawing lessons from the Los Angeles Kings' rebuild in 2006 and first playoff run in 2010 before they won the Stanley Cup in 2012. This episode is packed with insights for San Jose Sharks fans eager to see their team rise again. ⸻ ⏱️ Chapters & Timestamps 0:00 – Welcome & intros (Sheng in London, Zubair in Minnesota) 0:42 – Teasing a very exciting next episode 1:12 – Sheng’s London literary adventures & inspirations 3:20 – Music and nightlife in London (Blues Kitchen, Ain’t Nothin' But) 4:04 – Sponsor shoutout: Bring Hockey Back 4:43 – Main topic: What steps do the San Jose Sharks need to return to the playoffs? 6:25 – Learning from the Kings’ rebuild & playoff rise 7:50 – Importance of “the next step” (before dreaming of the Stanley Cup) 8:01 – Sharks arena deal: staying in San Jose through 2051 9:44 – Arena district vision & fan experience upgrades 10:44 – Michael Misa ELC signing speculation & Carey Price trade theory 13:37 – Sharks' contract limit challenges & cap mechanics, per Puckpedia 17:00 – What’s a fair return for taking on Price’s contract? 20:22 – Rookie Showcase & Rookie Faceoff timing for Misa? 21:11 – Canadiens’ cap situation & desperation? 22:27 – Guest intro: Jesse Cohen (All The Kings Men Podcast) 24:01 – Jesse joins: background, Sharks-Kings rivalry, health update 26:02 – Step #1 for San Jose Sharks to return to respectability: Learn To Play Defense 29:01 – Possession, forecheck, and team structure insights 31:14 – Timing & roster construction challenges for Sharks 33:40 – Importance of middle-class support players 42:00 – Step #2: Be Honest About Your Players (No Sacred Cows) 48:00 – Patrick O’Sullivan-Justin Williams trade, and honesty in evaluations 53:00 – Sunk cost fallacy & Sharks' parallels 1:00:01 – Step #3: Don’t Underestimate Intangibles (Jarret Stoll & Matt Greene trade, Ryan Reaves debate) 1:08:04 – Step #4: Best Players Must Be Your Leaders 1:20:01 – Step #5: Unheralded Prospects Have To Make NHL Impact 1:25:02 – Timing, flexibility, and San Jose Sharks' prospects development 1:26:17 – Jesse’s Step #6: Get Players With Something To Prove 1:33:08 – The “steering wheel” analogy: importance of depth and role players 1:39:28 – Analytics vs intangibles debate 1:42:01 – Closing thoughts: Kings vs Sharks legacy, bar battles, future of the rivalry Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The San Jose Hockey Now Podcast dives into everything San Jose Sharks fans are buzzing about — with deep insights, debate, and a little heat. The San Jose Hockey Now Podcast is brought to you by Bring Hockey Back! 🦈 Marc-Édouard Vlasic buyout — was the Sharks’ front office disrespectful to Vlasic? 🎖️ Joe Pavelski’s legacy — should his jersey be retired next to Thornton & Marleau? 🏟️ SAP Center renovations + future arena plans — is a brand-new Sharks arena coming? 🧠 Hlinka Cup breakdown — Top 2026 NHL Draft prospects you need to know 🚀 Young Sharks' development — What Celebrini, Smith, and Eklund are working on this summer 🧤 Askarov vs Nedeljkovic — Goalie battle incoming? Hosted by Sheng Peng, Keegan McNally & Zubair Jeewanjee. Intro: Meet the Hosts + Bring Hockey Back Shoutout (00:00) Marc-Édouard Vlasic reacts to buyout – Was It Disrespectful? (02:31) Did San Jose Sharks Management Fumble the Vlasic Situation? (08:00) Should Joe Pavelski’s Jersey Be Retired? (16:00) Comparing Pavelski to Thornton, Marleau, and Other Sharks Legends (20:45) SAP Center Renovation & Arena Plans Through 2051 (29:30) Where Will New Sharks Arena Be Built? (40:00) Hlinka Recap – Top 2026 Draft-Eligible Prospects Analysis (45:00) Keaton Verhoeff, Daxon Rudolph, Ryan Lin: Defensemen to Watch in 2026 Draft (52:00) Keegan's Top-5 NHL Draft Prospects for 2026 (59:00) What San Jose Sharks’ Young Guns Are Working On This Summer (1:04:00) Celebrini’s Sophomore Leap? Projected Goals + Shot Selection Fix (1:10:20) Will Smith: From Center to Winger? Offseason Adjustments & Ceiling (1:17:00) William Eklund: Shooting More, Confidence Gains, and Point Prediction (1:24:30) Michael Misa’s Likely Role + Dickinson & Askarov Forecasts (1:33:30) Goalie Showdown: Askarov vs Nedeljkovic – Who Takes the Net? (1:42:00) Wrap-up: Sharks' Youth Movement Outlook (1:49:30) ➕ Hit that Like & Subscribe for weekly San Jose Sharks content, prospect scouting, and deep hockey brain fuel. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The San Jose Hockey Now Podcast is sponsored by Bring Hockey Back! In this episode of the San Jose Hockey Now Podcast, we break down the San Jose Sharks prospects at the World Junior Summer Showcase (WJSS), examine Macklin Celebrini’s Olympic chances, and host a wide-ranging interview with William Eklund's agent Todd Diamond. From the Eklund extension to CHL vs NCAA development paths, this is must-watch content for die-hard fans and hockey nerds alike. 👇 Full episode breakdown: (00:00) Intro + Ad Read (Bring Hockey Back) (01:21) Episode Preview (WJSS, Todd Diamond) (02:46) Why the World Junior Summer Showcase Matters (05:09) Cole McKinney (USA) Breakdown (07:18) Leo Sahlin Wallenius (Sweden) Breakdown (12:30) Sam Dickinson (Canada) Breakdown (17:07) Michael Misa (Canada) Breakdown (19:43) Josh Ravensbergen (Canada) Goalie Profile (22:28) Carson Wetsch (Canada) – Upside & Limitations (25:12) Gavin McKenna – Future No. 1 Overall? (26:50) San Jose Sharks' Dream Top-6 Projection: Celebrini, Smith & More (31:36) Celebrini’s Olympic Roster Team Canada Chances (59:30) Celebrini & Will Smith Training with Crosby + MacKinnon (1:03:47) Todd Diamond Joins – Eklund's Wrist Injury & Recovery (1:04:14) On William Eklund’s Extension, Wrist Emergency (1:14:08) Jerry Maguire Moment? Eklund’s Calm Demeanor in ER (1:17:15) Dmitry Orlov’s Fit With San Jose Sharks (1:18:00) Orlov’s Unhappiness With Carolina Hurricanes (1:23:15) Danil Gushchin Trade – Why He Was Moved (1:25:14) Mike Grier's Growth as GM (Agent Perspective) (1:27:04) Agents Perspective on The Centralized NHL Draft (1:30:00) Barkov’s Leadership, Contract, Cap Sacrifices & Winning Mentality (1:32:33) Are California Taxes Overrated in NHL Contract Talks? (1:34:06) Rising Cap & NHL Revenue Streams – Will Growth Flatten? (1:38:24) New CBA Rules, NCAA vs CHL Development Debate (1:52:43) Life as an NHL Agent – Travel, Summer, and the Grind (1:56:17) Wrap-Up & Farewell Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The San Jose Hockey Now Podcast is sponsored by Bring Hockey Back! Two of the OHL’s top analysts, Brock Otten (McKeen’s Hockey) and Will Scouch (Scouching.ca) (1:03:19), break down whether Michael Misa and Sam Dickinson are NHL-ready and if they can crack the San Jose Sharks lineup this season. We also dive into Sharks winger prospects Quentin Musty, Kasper Halttunen, and Igor Chernysov. We also talk Danil Gushchin trade and bold 2025-26 predictions for the prospects. 00:00 Intro & Sponsor 04:19 Why Danil Gushchin Was Traded 19:27 Oskar Olausson: Can He Break Out with San Jose Sharks? 29:47 Thomas Bordeleau & Sharks Development Shift 37:00 Is Michael Misa Skipping College? 41:00 Is Michael Misa NHL Ready? 44:45 Will Sam Dickinson Make the NHL Roster? 56:00 Should Sharks Keep Collin Graf in NHL? 1:03:19 Roundtable with Brock Otten and Will Scouch: Are Sharks OHL Prospects NHL Ready? 1:07:01 Will Michael Misa Make the San Jose Sharks Roster? 1:15:03 What Role Will Misa Play: Wing or Center? 1:24:00 Is Sam Dickinson NHL Ready or Rushed? 1:49:00 Which Sharks Winger Prospect Makes the NHL First? 1:57:00 Ceilings & NHL Comparisons: Musty, Halttunen, Chernysov 2:06:00 Final Thoughts & Sign-Off Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The San Jose Hockey Now Podcast is sponsored by Bring Hockey Back! What does long-time NHL video coach Steve Peters think of the revamped San Jose Sharks? Peters breaks down ideal lines, shares his dark horse Shark this coming season, and more. (45:07) But before we get to Peters, Sheng discusses his thoughts about the Ryan Reaves trade. Why might this deal make sense from the San Jose Sharks’ perspective? (3:37) Why did the Sharks land on free agent sniper Jeff Skinner? (25:24) How were these moves part of GM Mike Grier’s possible grand plan for 2027-28? The Sharks are doing something different than the Chicago Blackhawks and Philadelphia Flyers’ rebuilds. (34:16) And now, Steve Peters! (45:07) How does Peters see the Sharks forward lines? (51:42) Who is Peters’s sleeper Shark this year? (55:40) Peters thinks it could still be a challenge to find the winger to play with Smith at center. (1:04:31) Where does Reaves fit in? (1:10:45) Speaking up for Collin Graf. (1:13:18) There are a lot of bottom-six guys! (1:18:04) What about Michael Misa? Why might Penn State not be the best option for him? (1:19:33) How would Peters put together the San Jose Sharks’ defense? (1:28:38) How much game do Dmitry Orlov and John Klingberg have left in the tank? (1:32:22) Can Sam Dickinson stick in the San Jose Sharks’ line-up? (1:40:15) Let’s talk goaltending! Why does Peters like the addition of Alex Nedeljkovic? (1:45:39) Will the Sharks’ special teams get better? (1:48:03) What does Peters think about the different neutral zone forecheck that Ryan Warsofsky instituted late last year? (1:49:54) Does Peters think this Sharks team is better than last year’s opening night group? (1:55:20) Finally, I ask Peters about his experience as video coach for Team North America at the 2016 World Cup. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.