Locked On Sharks - Daily Podcast On The San Jose Sharks

Eric Pohlkamp is expected to sign his entry-level contract (ELC) with the San Jose Sharks and officially turn pro, marking the next step in his development path after a standout college career at the University of Denver. On today’s episode of Locked on Sharks, we dive into what this move means for both Pohlkamp and the Sharks organization moving forward. A 2023 fifth-round pick (132nd overall), P...

The San Jose Sharks fall 5-2 to the Chicago Blackhawks in a game that perfectly captures the team’s season—strong early play followed by a complete third-period collapse. JD Young breaks down how the Sharks dominated the first two periods before unraveling late, giving up five unanswered goals and showing once again why closing out games has been a season-long issue. We dive into the numbers behin...

San Jose Sharks target 40 wins for the first time since 2018–19 as Macklin Celebrini chases franchise history. Will Celebrini eclipse Joe Thornton’s single-season points record against Connor Bedard and the Chicago Blackhawks? With both teams out of playoff contention, the spotlight intensifies on individual milestones and the evolution of young stars. JD Young breaks down the Sharks–Blackhawks ma...

On today’s episode of Locked On Sharks , JD Young is joined by draft analyst Tony Ferrari to take a deep dive into one of the most fascinating prospects in the upcoming NHL Draft: Alberts Smits. The Liiga defenseman has been climbing draft boards, and Tony explains why he currently has Smits ranked as his top defenseman in the class. At 6’3” with strong mobility and a physical edge, Smits brings a...

San Jose Sharks chase historic milestones as Macklin Celebrini nears Joe Thornton’s legendary franchise records. Can Celebrini break the single-season points mark and become the Sharks’ second-highest goal scorer? The excitement builds as the team eyes offensive rankings, with Sharks’ scoring set to finish among the top ten in franchise history, and defensive improvements placing them in their bes...

San Jose Sharks snap their losing streak against the Nashville Predators with a clutch 3-2 victory—Macklin Celebrini ties legends Owen Nolan and Patrick Marleau for second-most goals in a single season. Is Celebrini on track to break Joe Thornton’s scoring record as the Sharks’ youth movement dominates the scoreboard? JD Young recaps San Jose’s best performance in years, spotlighting Luca Cagnoni’...

San Jose Sharks' playoff hopes hang by a thread as they face the Nashville Predators yet again—can Luca Cagnoni’s deployment and momentum from young stars spark a last-minute miracle? The Sharks are battling dire odds, with their tragic number at one, and a must-win scenario looming large against a Nashville team powered by Steven Stamkos, Ryan O’Reilly, and elite special teams play. JD Young brea...

San Jose Sharks recall Luca Cagnoni ahead of a pivotal stretch—can his offensive spark on the blue line revive the Sharks’ power play woes and secure a full-time NHL spot next season? JD Young explores the defensive logjam, weighing whether Nick Letty or Shakir Mukhamadullin should sit and how Cagnoni’s role aligns with Mario Ferraro, Dmitry Orlov, and Vinnie Darnay. The breakdown includes how Cag...

San Jose Sharks stumble in a shootout loss to the Vancouver Canucks as Igor Chernyshov shines with a two-goal performance. Is Chernyshov staking his claim as the first-line winger alongside Macklin Celebrini and Will Smith for next season? Despite flashes of future promise, the Sharks’ struggling penalty kill and missed opportunities on the power play cost them against the NHL’s basement team. JD...

San Jose Sharks eye redemption as Macklin Celebrini aims for a monster performance in the season’s final home game against the struggling Vancouver Canucks. Can Celebrini spark a record chase in front of Sharks fans, or will the Canucks—dead last in league offense and defense—finally break out of their slump? With players like Brock Boeser, Filip Hronek, and Elias Pettersson facing a tough rebuild...

San Jose Sharks’ playoff hopes crash after a brutal 6-1 loss to the Anaheim Ducks. Is it time for youth to take center stage? With Macklin Celebrini shining as a potential NHL superstar and core pieces like William Eklund and Will Smith showing promise, the spotlight shifts to whether prospects Luca Cagnoni, Quentin Musty, and Filip Bystedt should get the call-up for the Sharks’ remaining games. J...

San Jose Sharks face a do-or-die clash with Anaheim Ducks as playoff hopes hang in the balance. Macklin Celebrini’s offensive firepower and the Sharks’ surging Wenberg line promise drama against a struggling Ducks squad missing top scorer Cutter Gauthier. Could a win ignite a late-season run, or will Anaheim snuff out San Jose’s postseason dreams? Host JD Young breaks down the Sharks-Ducks rivalry...

San Jose Sharks exposed by Edmonton Oilers as Connor McDavid dominates with a five-point night—just how wide is the gap between playoff contenders and rebuilding teams? JD Young dissects the Sharks’ 5-2 defeat, spotlighting Edmonton’s suffocating defense, McDavid’s hat trick, and the learning curve for young stars like Macklin Celebrini and Sam Dickinson. The episode breaks down defensive breakdow...

San Jose Sharks face a pivotal playoff test against the Edmonton Oilers—can Macklin Celebrini go punch-for-punch with Connor McDavid and keep the Sharks’ postseason dreams alive? Playoff odds hang in the balance as the Sharks fight to generate secondary scoring, lock down smart puck management, and avoid costly penalties against the league’s fiercest power play. Host JD Young previews critical mat...

San Jose Sharks fans set their sights on top draft prospect Keaton Verhoeff, but will his rare blend of size, skill, and playmaking at just 17 make him the long-term blue-line solution they crave? Analyst Will Scouch joins JD Young to break down Verhoeff’s game, comparing his NCAA transition, defensive acumen, and offensive ceiling to names like Jake Sanderson and Matthew Schaefer. Is Verhoeff the...

San Jose Sharks face a steep climb in the Western Conference playoff hunt—can they grab 9 of their remaining 12 possible points and edge past rivals on tiebreakers? JD Young breaks down the Sharks’ postseason path, spotlighting crucial matchups against the LA Kings and Nashville Predators, and reveals how regulation wins give San Jose the upper hand if points are tied. Is 90 the magic number, and...

San Jose Sharks grab a key win over the Chicago Blackhawks behind William Eklund’s red-hot form—is a playoff push still alive on the West Coast? Host JD Young spotlights Eklund’s standout performance with a goal, an assist, and relentless play driving the Wennberg-Eklund-Sherwood line. The episode examines the Sharks’ improving offensive depth, highlighting Michael Misa’s line chemistry with Chern...

San Jose Sharks face a must-win scenario as they battle the Chicago Blackhawks in a pivotal game with playoff hopes on the line. Can the Sharks’ veteran core outpace Chicago’s rising young talents like Bedard and Nazar to keep their postseason ambitions alive? With the Blackhawks struggling offensively since the Olympic break, all eyes are on whether San Jose can deliver a commanding performance a...

San Jose Sharks’ Alex Wennberg line does heavy lifting but struggles to finish, as scoring slumps test the team’s depth scoring and playoff push. Can Wennberg, William Eklund, and Kiefer Sherwood break through and deliver the offense San Jose desperately needs? Host JD Young breaks down a pivotal week for the Sharks, spotlighting Sam Dickinson’s expanded role on the blue line and Nick Leddy’s resu...

The San Jose Sharks missed a golden chance in a crushing 6-3 loss to the Nashville Predators. Can Alex Wennberg and William Eklund rally the team for a late playoff push? JD Young dissects the Sharks’ costly slow start, highlighting defensive lapses from Shakir Mukhamadullin, Will Smith’s rough night handling the puck, and goaltender Yaroslav Askarov’s struggles on mid-danger saves. The episode sp...

San Jose Sharks face Nashville Predators in a must-win showdown, with playoff hopes hanging in the balance. Celebrini’s high-powered offensive line looks to dominate, while Macklin Celebrini and Alex Wennberg aim to exploit the Predators’ streaky defense and goaltending. The episode spotlights key stats, including the near-identical records and point totals, and weighs the impact of each team’s po...

San Jose Sharks notch a professional 4-1 victory over the tanking Toronto Maple Leafs, extending their win streak to four and reclaiming a playoff spot. Can this balanced team effort spark a deep postseason push—especially with Macklin Celebrini kept off the scoresheet?   JD Young breaks down how William Eklund and Zach Ostapchuk fueled the scoring, Alex Nedeljkovic delivered calm goaltending, and...

San Jose Sharks chase a critical fourth straight win as the Toronto Maple Leafs roll into town—fighting to secure their top draft pick amid a turbulent, tank-focused season. Macklin Celebrini powers the Sharks’ playoff push, building on his electric 105-point campaign, while the Leafs’ injury-plagued roster and shaky goaltending put them on upset alert. Can Toronto’s elite penalty kill and stars l...

San Jose Sharks rally past Anaheim Ducks with Macklin Celebrini’s electric four-point night. Can Celebrini power the Sharks into a playoff berth against the odds? JD Young breaks down San Jose’s thrilling 4-3 comeback, spotlighting Macklin Celebrini’s MVP-caliber impact and Will Smith’s under-the-radar three-point game. The review calls out Dmitry Orlov’s costly defensive struggles and hails Yaros...

San Jose Sharks face a must-win clash as playoff hopes hang in the balance against Pacific-leading Anaheim Ducks. With Michael Celebrini racking up an impressive 101 points and Anaheim’s Cutter Gauthier out of action, can the Sharks capitalize in this high-stakes showdown? Expect offensive fireworks as recent meetings have produced double-digit goal totals—will Will Smith break through with a clut...