Pavelski Officially Announces Retirement & Sharks Might Benefit From Signing a Defenseman
Plus, what ever happened to Jonathan Cheechoo?
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Should the Sharks Sign One More Veteran Defenseman?
July 15, 2024 by Alex Hutton
The San Jose Sharks‘ core roster seems set at this point, but management may try to bolster and solidify their depth. Specifically, they could consider adding one more veteran defenseman. They’ve already made some smart moves to acquire experienced players, but most of them have been forwards. The blue line might benefit from the same sort of presence for very similar reasons. Yet, this offseason might not be the right time to bring in such a player, leaving the Sharks with a tough choice…
NHL Rumors: Hurricanes, Maple Leafs, Stars, Sharks
July 16, 2024 by Jim Parsons
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, Evgeny Kuznetsov is reportedly heading back to Russia to resume his hockey career, but his agent said it’s too early to confirm it will happen this coming season. Meanwhile, are the Toronto Maple Leafs thinking about backing away from Jani Hakanpaa? Finally, Joe Pavelski has officially announced his retirement, confirming plans he hinted at when the season came to an end for the Dallas Stars…
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Where Are They Now? The Jonathan Cheechoo Edition
July 15, 2024 by THW Archives
This article was originally written in August, 2015. Updated in 2020.
In 2005-06, a 25-year-old native of Moose Factory, Ontario, one of the most northern settlements in the Province located at the base of Hudson Bay, shattered expectations and won the Rocket Richard Trophy as the NHL’s leading goal scorer.
Four year later, he had played in his last NHL game…