🎄Realistic Path for Sharks to Make Playoffs | EP 114 Zenon Konopka Talks Faceoffs, Macklin Celebrini

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!

00:00:00 – Sharks State of the Team and Season Pulse
00:03:00 – Sponsor Read
00:04:30 – Unsung Heroes Rising Sharks Base
00:10:15 – Dmitry Orlov’s Physicality and Veteran Impact
00:17:45 – Why Competence Matters During a Rebuild
00:24:30 – Ty Dellandrea Elevating the Middle Six
00:33:30 – Coaching Growth Under Ryan Warsofsky
00:45:00 – Transition to World Juniors and Prospect Focus
00:49:30 – Sharks Prospects at the World Juniors
00:58:30 – Leo Salin Wallenius and Sweden Breakdown
01:08:30 – Goaltending Prospects and Development Paths
01:17:30 – Michael Misa and Team Canada Expectations
01:32:30 – NHL vs World Juniors Development Debate
01:43:45 – Zenon Konopka Joins the Podcast
01:49:30 – How Faceoffs Shape Modern NHL Games
02:00:00 – Teaching Faceoffs and Player Development
02:12:30 – Stanley Cup Stories and Old-School Hockey
02:23:00 – Will to Win vs Talent in Hockey
02:42:40 – Final Thoughts and Go Sharks Sendoff