San Jose Hockey Now Podcast

Sheng Peng, Keegan McNally, Bleav

The San Jose Hockey Now Podcast, starring San Jose Sharks legend Dan Boyle, insider Sheng Peng, prospects authority Keegan McNally, and beer league champ Zubair Jeewanjee is your place for the smartest, most entertaining San Jose Sharks coverage.

  1. Pronger Talks Celebrini & Olympics! | EP 116 Misa Staying in NHL, Brossoit Trade

    5D AGO

    Pronger Talks Celebrini & Olympics! | EP 116 Misa Staying in NHL, Brossoit Trade

    Pronger Talks Celebrini & Olympics! | EP 116 Misa Staying in NHL, Brossoit Trade DESCRIPTION: What does Chris Pronger think of Macklin Celebrini’s star-making season and the 2026 Canadian Olympic team? (02:39) Zubair guides the ship as the Hockey Hall of Famer, 2010 Olympic gold medalist along with Dan Boyle, and also Public Enemy No. 1 for San Jose Sharks fans joins to talk about the adversity that he faced throughout his career, especially his troubles as a youth…plus how good Owen Nolan was during the 2000 playoffs. Why are we fans of the Alex Wennberg extension? (48:14) It appears that Michael Misa is staying with the San Jose Sharks this season. Why does Dan have some concern? (59:09) Who will be the odd man out when Misa counts against the 50 maximum contract limit? Boyle shares stories about his playing time under Roy Sommer, who is being honored by the San Joee Barracuda this week. (1:38:52) The San Jose Sharks also made an interesting minor deal, acquiring Laurent Brossoit and Nolan Allan from the Chicago Blackhawks while filming the show! (1:41:33)  Ben Pope of the Chicago-Sun Times texts Sheng his thoughts live. What did Keegan think of Misa’s World Juniors performance? (1:51:55) (the music gets partially edited out this week, sorry!) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    2h 18m
  2. Realistic Path for Sharks To Make Playoffs? | EP 114 Zenon Konopka Talks Celebrini, Faceoffs

    12/24/2025

    Realistic Path for Sharks To Make Playoffs? | EP 114 Zenon Konopka Talks Celebrini, Faceoffs

    What’s Igor Chernyshov’s ceiling? The San Jose Sharks rookie winger had an impressive NHL debut this past week. Insider Sheng Peng, prospects guru Keegan McNally, and host Zubair Jeewanjee dive into that in the latest episode of the San Jose Hockey Now Podcast. Why did one NHL scout pump the brakes on the Chernyshov hype, by setting more of a top-six winger expectation for the San Jose Sharks’ 2024 second-round pick? Are stars Mark Stone or Valeri Nichushkin valid comparisons for Chernyshov? Also, San Jose Sharks faceoff consultant Zenon Konopka jumps on the podcast! Legendary defenseman Dan Boyle joins in on the hilarious chat. Konopka discusses Ty Dellandrea’s growth at the faceoff circle and how impressive Macklin Celebrini is as a player. Konopka also shares now-funny stories from his colorful career, like spooking Dion Phaneuf and threatening Brian Boyle before a playoff game. Also, what’s the path for the San Jose Sharks to make the playoffs? Happy holidays from all of us at the San Jose Hockey Now Podcast! We also share our Sharks’ Christmas wishes, what we’re grateful for, and unsung heroes. Finally, Keegan previews the World Junior Championships! (3:20) What's Sheng grateful for? We also talk about the path for the Sharks to make the playoffs. (20:38) What's Zubair grateful for? (38:56) What's Keegan's wishlist? And a discussion about Chernyshov's ceiling. (1:11:37) What's Zubair's wishlist? (1:24:30) World Junior Championships preview! (1:44:41) Zenon Konopka interview! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    2h 43m
  3. Smith Injury Reaction, How Will Sharks Get No. 1 D? | EP 113 Randy Hahn Talks Comeback Call!

    12/16/2025

    Smith Injury Reaction, How Will Sharks Get No. 1 D? | EP 113 Randy Hahn Talks Comeback Call!

    San Jose Sharks legend Dan Boyle, insider Sheng Peng, prospects guru Keegan McNally, and rink rat Zubair Jeewanjee talk all things Sharks! We’ve got a jam-packed episode this week! Randy Hahn joins to discuss his rousing call in the greatest regular season comeback in San Jose Sharks history, the 6-5 OT win over the Pittsburgh Penguins on Saturday. Hahn also shares more about the vibe on the team airplane after the game and declares that the Sharks are making the playoffs this year. We discuss the Will Smith and Philipp Kurashev injuries: Did the Sharks call up the right prospects in Igor Chernyshov and Ethan Cardwell? Finally, Keegan and Sheng discuss how San Jose is going to improve their defense in the future. Should they have been more aggressive chasing after Quinn Hughes? Which teams with No. 1 defensemen might make them available, via trade or UFA, in the near-future? Or, how can the Sharks make a Stanley Cup-caliber defense without a true No. 1? (00:00:00) – Intro: Randy Hahn, Will Smith Injury, No. 1 Defenseman (00:05:29) – Road Trip Recap: Three Wins and a Statement Finish (00:06:03) – Should Macklin Celebrini Wear the C Next Year? (00:07:20) – Celebrini Steps up for Will and the Bench Feels It (00:13:50) – Are We Overhyping Celebrini or Watching a LeBron Arc (00:14:46) – Guest Joins: Randy Hahn Talks Sharks Comeback (00:20:43) – Where Does This Rank Among Randy’s All-Time Sharks’ Calls? (00:22:19) – Randy’s Bold Take: San Jose Sharks Make the Playoffs This Year (00:24:45) – Was Smith Hit Dirty? Randy’s Take and Why the Response Mattered (00:26:40) – John Klingberg’s Bounceback: Patience, Health, and Power Play Time (00:34:10) – Handling the High: How Players Reset After a Massive Win (00:36:01) – Why Two Days Off Might Be the Smartest Coaching Move (00:39:36) – Randy’s Hidden Talent: Late Night Karaoke Standards (00:41:04) – Dan Clears a Room: Rage Against the Machine at Midnight (00:42:54) – Last Thought With Randy: Why This Win Becomes a Team Touchstone (00:50:54) – Road Trip Takeaways and Call-Ups After Injuries (00:57:30) – Ryan Reaves Factor? (00:59:34) – Deadline Dilemma: Can Grier Trade UFAs During Playoff Push? (01:01:12) – Playoff Experience vs Asset Value: What Matters More? (01:03:54) – Sheng’s Vegas Parallel: When a Team Forces You to Believe (01:06:49) – Sam Dickinson Development: Defense First, Power Play Later (01:11:02) – Sam Dickinson’s True Projection: Two-Way Minutes Eater (01:12:04) – Why the Sharks Still Need an Offensive Defenseman (01:13:44) – Comparing Dickinson to Noah Hanifin, Not Quinn Hughes (01:15:27) – Alex Wennberg’s Quiet Impact on the Comeback (01:17:00) – Smith and Kurashev’s Injury Report (01:18:05) – Why Chernyshov and Cardwell Were the Right Call-Ups (01:19:14) – The Sunburn Story and Why Chernyshov Slid in the Draft (01:20:28) – AHL Eye Test: Who Actually Looks NHL-Ready (01:21:54) – Why Musty Isn’t There Yet (01:22:49) – How Scouts View Chernyshov’s Ceiling (01:23:39) – What a True No. 1 Defenseman Means for This Roster (01:26:10) – Multiple Ways to Build a Cup-Winning Blue Line (01:27:30) – By Committee vs Superstar Defense Models (01:33:45) – Should San Jose Sharks Accelerate Rebuild (01:36:52) – How the Panthers Won Without a Quinn Hughes Type (01:38:08) – Historical Cup Winners and Their No. 1 Defensemen (01:39:58) – Why the 2026 Draft Might Be Too Late (01:41:27) – Safe Defense Picks vs Swinging for Elite Skill (01:43:10) – Evaluating the Sharks’ Defensive Prospect Pool (01:47:43) – Why the Sharks Were Right to Pass on Hughes (01:49:26) – Why Minnesota Could Gamble and San Jose Couldn’t (01:50:58) – Vulnerable Teams With Elite Defensemen (01:52:09) – McAvoy, Dahlin, Werenski, Fox: Who’s Actually Gettable? (01:54:04) – Why Dahlin Is a Near-Impossibility (01:59:05) – Why the Sharks May Need a Statement Signing (02:03:12) – Why Bowen Byram Is Intriguing (02:05:49) – Learning From Florida: Buying Devalued Assets (02:07:05) – Brandon Montour as a Transitional D? (02:09:14) – Finding Deals in Risky Defense Contracts (02:10:39) – Evan Bouchard as a Long-Term Wild Card (02:12:06) – Adam Fox Debate: Skill vs Size (02:13:29) – Grier’s Methodical Approach vs Big Swings (02:14:24) – The Askarov Trade as a Blueprint (02:15:17) – Why the Sharks Didn’t Rush the Hughes Market (02:18:09) – Celebrini Is Accelerating the Timeline (02:25:05) – Could San Jose Sharks Buy at Deadline? (02:25:30) – Keegan’s Prospect Corner (02:27:43) – Tynan Lawrence Rockets Up 2026 Draft Boards (02:28:52) – Why Lawrence’s Rise Is About Center Scarcity (02:30:25) – Lawrence’s Game: Strengths and Limits (02:33:58) – Current Top of the 2026 Draft Board (02:36:50) – Teddy Mutryn Development Check-In (02:45:01) – Keegan vs. Hodge: Who Was First to Graf Meme? (02:48:29) – Final Thoughts and Sign-Off Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    2h 49m
  4. Celebrini for MVP? | EP 112 Boyle on When It’s Time To Retire

    12/05/2025

    Celebrini for MVP? | EP 112 Boyle on When It’s Time To Retire

    It’s a dream (or nightmare?) lefty-righty combo: Sheng is paired with just Dan Boyle today! Does Macklin Celebrini have a strong case for the Hart Trophy? Sheng thinks so. How about Alex Wennberg for…Selke? It’s not as crazy as it sounds. We also discuss the state of the San Jose Sharks’ blueline: Who deserves to play every night? What’s going on with Shakir Mukhamadullin? What’s a path for the young San Jose Sharks defenseman to get more consistent playing time? Dan is honest about what he’s seen from John Klingberg this season. Sheng asked some NHL scouts about Nick Leddy. Finally, Dan recalls when he knew that it was time for him to retire. He shares the mental challenge of adjusting to a lesser role in his last two years with the New York Rangers. Sponsored by Bring Hockey Back. Custom jerseys, hockey gear & tees for every fan. Use promo code: SANJOSEHOCKEYNOW for 15% off. ⸻ Listen on Spotify: San Jose Hockey Now Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4l4mpAD... Listen on Apple: San Jose Hockey Now Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... ⸻ Follow San Jose Hockey Now San Jose Hockey Now: https://sanjosehockeynow.com/ Instagram: @sanjosehockeynow: / sanjosehockeynow 𝕏 Twitter/X: @Sheng_Peng: https://x.com/Sheng_Peng 𝕏 Twitter/X: @halfwall_hockey: https://x.com/halfwall_hockey Facebook: San Jose Hockey Now: / sjhockeynow ⸻ Timestamps (00:00:00) – Intro: Aging Players, Sharks D and Celebrini MVP (00:07:02) – Why Zubair and Keegan Are Out This Week (00:07:34) – Michael Misa’s AHL Conditioning Stint (00:10:02) – What Shane Wright’s Path Means for Misa’s Development (00:13:36) – San Jose Sharks’ Inconsistent Compete Level Over the Last Month (00:15:23) – Surviving the NHL Season’s “Middle 40” Game Grind (00:18:03) – Sharks’ Practice Response to the 7–1 Capitals Loss (00:21:19) – Is Macklin Celebrini the MVP Right Now? (00:24:51) – Where Celebrini Ranks Among Superstars (00:29:35) – Making the Selke Case for Alex Wennberg (00:36:18) – Will Smith’s Surge and the Sharks’ Future Core (00:37:31) – Why Gaudette and Graf Are Quietly Fitting In (00:42:05) – Only 2 True Every Night D-men on San Jose Sharks (00:43:09) – Shakir Mukhamadullin’s Growing Pains and Usage (00:52:33) – Sorting Out Dickinson, Iorio and the Young D Depth (00:57:31) – World Juniors Decisions for Dickinson and Misa (00:58:05) – When a Player Realizes He’s Not the Same Anymore (01:00:03) – Losing a Step: Skating, Injuries and Recovery Time (01:03:01) – Accepting Reduced Roles and the Pilot Light Test (01:09:03) – How Systems and Roles Can Break or Elevate a D-Man (01:13:00) – Boos, Media Pressure and the Veteran Mindset (01:17:03) – What Sharks Really Have on Defense Right Now (01:20:31) – Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1h 21m
  5. Marco Sturm Interview! | EP 111 How Will Sharks Solve Defensive Logjam?

    11/25/2025

    Marco Sturm Interview! | EP 111 How Will Sharks Solve Defensive Logjam?

    San Jose Sharks legend Dan Boyle, insider Sheng Peng, prospects guru Keegan McNally, and Sharks Ice beer league champ Zubair Jeewanjee talk all things Sharks! This week, Sharks fan favorite and new Boston Bruins head coach Marco Sturm gives us the in’s and out’s of his new job: What’s the adjustment like coaching AHL vs. NHL players? As a coach, what do you hope to gain from scratching players? Do you treat superstars differently than the rest of the team? How do you use and handle the media? Before we chat with Sturm, we discuss this week in San Jose Sharks hockey! The Sharks have recalled Vincent Iorio, what do they do with their nine defensemen? We revisit the Fabian Zetterlund and Ryan Reaves trades. Sheng says Macklin Celebrini had just an okay week…and Celebrini still won NHL Third Star of the Week?! And Keegan zeroes in on Shakir Mukhamadullin and Keaton Verhoeff in his prospects’ corner, which also debuts a theme song, courtesy of Will Neumann! (2:48) Vincent Iorio recalled, San Jose Sharks have to make a D decision? (23:51) What’s going on with Michael Misa’s injury? Should Sharks send him to WJCs? (31:30) Revisiting the Fabian Zetterlund trade: Zack Ostapchuk is opening eyes! (42:20) The San Jose Sharks debut their hilarious Player of the Game Award! Ryan Reaves has made a huge impact on the locker room. Of course, we talk about Macklin Celebrini and Yaroslav Askarov! And we discuss another winning week of Sharks hockey. (1:22:00) We dissect Shakir Mukhamadullin’s game, for better and worse. Is Keaton Verhoeff going to be a No. 1 defenseman? (1:56:00) Marco Sturm interview! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    2h 35m
  6. How Good Are the Sharks, Really? | EP 110 Goalie Guru Woodley on Askarov’s Improvement

    11/17/2025

    How Good Are the Sharks, Really? | EP 110 Goalie Guru Woodley on Askarov’s Improvement

    San Jose Sharks legend Dan Boyle, insider Sheng Peng, prospects guru Keegan McNally, and Sharks Ice beer league champ Zubair Jeewanjee talk about the resurgent Sharks. How good are the San Jose Sharks though, really? We discuss their much-maligned defense, from John Klingberg to Shakir Mukhamadullin. Kevin Woodley, NHL.com and InGoal Magazine goalie guru, jumps on to discuss Yaroslav Askarov’s improved play. He shares his thoughts about the specifics of why the young San Jose Sharks goalie has been so good in November. He also talks about the underrated Alex Nedeljkovic. We also debate who’s the San Jose Sharks’ second-best forward, William Eklund or Will Smith. Also, why did the Sharks call up Zack Ostapchuk over the likes of Quentin Musty, Igor Chernyshov, and company? Speaking of Chernyshov, Keegan focuses on the Russian’s strengths and weaknesses in his prospects focus. He also discusses perhaps the top 2026 Draft power forward, Ethan Belchetz, who has a cool Michael Misa connection. Sponsored by Bring Hockey Back. Custom jerseys, hockey gear & tees for every fan. Use promo code: SANJOSEHOCKEYNOW for 15% off. ⸻ Listen on Spotify: San Jose Hockey Now Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4l4mpAD... Listen on Apple: San Jose Hockey Now Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... ⸻ Follow San Jose Hockey Now San Jose Hockey Now: https://sanjosehockeynow.com/ Instagram: @sanjosehockeynow: / sanjosehockeynow 𝕏 Twitter/X: @Sheng_Peng: https://x.com/Sheng_Peng 𝕏 Twitter/X: @halfwall_hockey: https://x.com/halfwall_hockey Facebook: San Jose Hockey Now: / sjhockeynow ⸻ (00:10:07) What's up with the San Jose Sharks' defense? A lot of John Klingberg, Dmitry Orlov, and Shakir Mukhamadullin talk (00:52:52) Kevin Woodley jumps on to break down why Yaroslav Askarov has improved so much this year (01:50:02) Who's the San Jose Sharks' second-best forward? Why call up Zack Ostapchuk? (02:24:28) Keegan discusses Igor Chernyshov's improving game, and where he still has to get better Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    2h 44m
  7. Jason Demers Talks Sharks’ Improved Blueline | EP 109 JD on Sports Psychology, Mental Health

    11/07/2025

    Jason Demers Talks Sharks’ Improved Blueline | EP 109 JD on Sports Psychology, Mental Health

    San Jose Sharks legend Dan Boyle, insider Sheng Peng, prospects guru Keegan McNally, and Sharks Ice rink rat Zubair Jeewanjee are joined by another Sharks legend! Jason Demers, now with NHL Network, talks about the Sharks’ off-season additions on the blueline, Dmitry Orlov, John Klingberg, and Nick Leddy. He also shares his thoughts on prospects Sam Dickinson and Shakir Mukhamadullin. Demers also shares how Boyle impacted him, when both patrolled the San Jose Sharks’ blueline. He also talks about the importance of sports psychology and mental health. We also discuss Michael Misa’s next step, Macklin Celebrini’s stunning evolution, and the underrated Alex Wennberg. Sponsored by Bring Hockey Back. Custom jerseys, hockey gear & tees for every fan. Use promo code: SANJOSEHOCKEYNOW for 15% off. ⸻ Listen on Spotify: San Jose Hockey Now Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4l4mpAD... Listen on Apple: San Jose Hockey Now Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... ⸻ Follow San Jose Hockey Now San Jose Hockey Now: https://sanjosehockeynow.com/ Instagram: @sanjosehockeynow: / sanjosehockeynow 𝕏 Twitter/X: @Sheng_Peng: https://x.com/Sheng_Peng 𝕏 Twitter/X: @halfwall_hockey: https://x.com/halfwall_hockey Facebook: San Jose Hockey Now: / sjhockeynow (00:00:00) – Intro & Sponsor: Bring Hockey Back (00:03:00) – Michael Misa Debate: Keep or Send Back? (00:08:50) – Comparing Misa to Will Smith & Sam Dickinson (00:10:45) – Keegan’s Case for Keeping Misa (00:13:30) – Zubair on Development & IQ (00:14:00) – Celebrini’s Emergence: “It’s His Room Now” (00:18:00) – Alex Wennberg’s Underrated Two-Way Impact (00:20:30) – Role Players & Emerging Forwards (00:23:40) – Jason Demers & Dan Boyle Join (00:25:00) – Sharks’ Turnaround: 5-2-1 Run Explained (00:27:00) – JD Demers on System Shift (00:28:30) – San Jose Sharks’ Defense Deep Dive (00:31:00) – Fans Roast John Klingberg (and Why They’re Wrong) (00:33:00) – Dan Boyle on Power Play Dynamics (00:39:00) – Why the Aggressive 2-1-2 Style Fits Sharks’ DNA (00:43:00) – Defense Pairings: Leddy, Mukhamadullin, Dickinson, Orlov (00:45:30) – Askarov’s Growth in Net (00:47:30) – Demers & Boyle on Goalie Oversliding (00:57:00) – Locker Room Camaraderie: Sticks, Sharpening & Stories (01:02:00) – Mentorship & Mental Health in the NHL (01:12:00) – JD’s Journey to Game #700 (01:26:00) – Dan Boyle’s Perspective: Support Systems Matter (01:34:00) – Life After Hockey & JD’s New Mental Health App (01:43:00) – Breathwork, Flow State & Mind-Body Tools for Athletes (01:49:00) – Final Reflections: Anxiety, Growth & Gratitude (01:55:42) – Rapidfire Blueline Takes: Liljegren, Ferraro PK Value, Mukhamadullin/Vlasic Comps (01:57:02) – “Moose” Breakout Pass Debate, Point Pace, and Quality-of-Opponent Context (01:59:00) – Demers Leaves (02:00:05) – Candid Mental Health Story and Why It Matters (02:01:19) – Are We… Confident? Cautious Optimism After a Strong Run (02:02:26) – Next Big Test: Winnipeg Preview (Size, Depth, Elite Goaltending) (02:04:59) – Confidence Compounds: Swagger, Vocal Leadership, PK Sturdiness (02:07:11) – New Identity: Initiating Physicality vs. Merely Responding (02:09:14) – PK Turnaround and Individual Stick-Detail Shoutouts (02:09:46) – Roster Crunch Coming for San Jose Sharks’ D, What Happens? (02:11:36) – Keep Misa Up? Shot Volume, Finishing Will Follow (02:12:41) – Prospect Watch: Albert Smiths, 17-Year-Old LHD in Liiga (02:15:59) – 2026 Class Vibe: Defense-Heavy, Many Righties, Strong Top-10 Draft (02:16:10) – Sharks Prospect: Eric Pohlkamp (DU) Profile — Rush Offense & Cannon Shot (02:18:25) – Pohlkamp’s Ceiling: PP1 vs. Depth Value (02:23:58) – NCAA Is Stacked: Why That Matters for Evaluation (02:25:22) – Trade Market Hopes for an Offensive RHD (02:27:21) – Late Bloomers & Overagers: NHL’s Hidden Goldmine (02:30:55) – Wrap and Sign-Off: Long Episode, Worth It Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    2h 31m
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The San Jose Hockey Now Podcast, starring San Jose Sharks legend Dan Boyle, insider Sheng Peng, prospects authority Keegan McNally, and beer league champ Zubair Jeewanjee is your place for the smartest, most entertaining San Jose Sharks coverage.

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