San Jose Sharks {29th overall} Western Conference, Pacific Division
The Sharks have a longer timeline for getting back to the playoffs than most but their future looks bright as they had seven players participating at the 2023 World Junior Summer Showcase, so there is talent in the cupboard.
A couple of key acquisitions are forward Mr. Duclair and goaltender Mr. Blackwood these two players are going to impact immediately on a team that had three 20-goal scorers and one 30-goal scorer last season but required a better presence in net.
William Smith the 2023 NHL Entry Draft selected No.4 has speed, and skill, and is entering Boston College this season with his ability to create plays once his six-foot frame gets some weight and muscle added he should not be at school for more than two seasons tops.
The next few seasons will see improvement and a better Sharks team that will make the playoffs, just not yet.
Buffalo Winter 