San Jose Sharks’ Will Smith (2), left, and San Jose Sharks’ Macklin Celebrini (71), right, take pictures with fans before the home season opener at the SAP Center in San Jose, Calif., on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024. (Shae Hammond/Bay Area News Group)

General Manager Mike Grier announced today updates and additions to the Sharks Hockey Operations Staff. Hockey Operations Additions: Joe Thornton - Player Development Coach/Hockey Operations Advisor O

A franchise legend returns to help shape the future of the San Jose Sharks as part of the coaching staff for the upcoming NHL season.

Being in the lower rungs of the NHL – and on the lowest rung for the last two years – has had some silver linings for the San Jose Sharks. They were in position to draft Will Smith at No. 4 pick in 2023, then Macklin Celebrini at No. 1 in 2024 then Michael Misa at No. 2 last month.

The NHL released its 2025-26 schedule on Wednesday, a day when it was almost as hot as it will be for the league's two outdoor games in Florida this season.

Discover the top 10 NHL goalies under 25 who are set to shape the future of hockey. Featuring standout names like Dustin Wolf and Spencer Knight, this list highlights the best young goaltenders in the league.