San Jose Sharks

The blueprint for the next era of San Jose hockey is coming into focus as the front office balances a heavy investment in veteran stability with a long-term youth movement. While the organization works to move past a decade that saw them fall from a championship contender to a rebuilding project, the focus has shifted toward whether their recent aggressive roster moves will finally translate into a postseason return.

• Front office strategy draws mixed reviews
• Building the pipeline through the draft
• Young prospects battle for limited spots