Join hosts Paul and Aaron for a comprehensive breakdown of the San Jose Sharks’ recent matchup, where they faced a tough 4-2 loss at home to the Nashville Predators. We will delve into the Sharks’ efforts, highlighting the moments that defined the game and areas needing improvement.
The episode will analyze key plays and strategic decisions, emphasizing the Sharks’ goals by Mikael Granlund and Filip Zadina, which briefly ignited hopes for a comeback. Despite these highlights, the team’s struggle with consistency and defensive lapses were apparent, as echoed in Coach David Quinn’s post-game reflections on minimizing “bad stretches” and building on the positive aspects against a formidable opponent.
We’ll engage in a comprehensive discussion about the future of the team, speculating on potential trades involving key players such as Mikael Granlund, Kevin Labanc—who finds himself scratched once again—, Mike Hoffman, Anthony Duclair, Luke Kunin, Alexander Barabanov, Filip Zadina, Justin Bailey, and Kaapo Kahkonen. With the trade deadline looming, we’ll evaluate each player’s contributions to the team and potential trade scenarios that could benefit the Sharks moving forward.
We will preview the Sharks’ immediate schedule, including crucial upcoming home games against the New Jersey Devils and the Anaheim Ducks, followed by challenging road encounters with the Dallas Stars and Minnesota Wild. Tune in for our in-depth analysis, tactical insights, and discussion on how the Sharks can overcome their current hurdles.
— TIMESTAMPS —
00:00:00 – Livestream countdown
00:00:52 – Show Intro
00:04:04 – Game Analysis: Preds vs. Sharks
00:23:24 – Mikael Granlund’s performance, stats, and potential trade
00:30:09 – Kunin Linked with Edmonton
00:33:35 – Prospects and Picks
00:40:13 – Player Analysis: Kevin Labanc
00:49:11 – Player Analysis: Mike Hoffman
00:55:27 – Will Smith & Quentin Musty
01:00:02 – Disappointments in Hoffman and DuClaire
01:01:11 – Anthony DuClaire’s Trade Value
01:05:31 – Alexander Barabanov’s Disappointing Season
01:11:04 – Justin Bailey’s Impact and Potential Trade
01:16:24 – Kapo Kakanen’s Trade Potential
01:23:03 – Injury Updates – Couture & Hertl
01:29:57 – The All-Star Game Controversy
01:34:20 – Upcoming Games
01:41:16 – NHL Draft Lottery and Trade Watch
01:44:56 – Closing Remarks
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1 Comment
If the penguins win the draft wouldn’t they just keep the pick or do they have to make a decision by a certain time before that?