The San Jose Sharks are gearing up for a much-needed turnaround season as they aim to transition from the league's basement to competitive play. With promising young talents like Macklin Celebrini and Will Smith, the Sharks are looking to build a brighter future. Their goaltending situation appears to be bolstered with the expected performance improvement from Yaroslav Askarov, who could stabilize a previously struggling position. The addition of experienced players on the blue line should further support their growth.

While a playoff push remains a lofty goal, the Sharks could see an optimistic outcome if they manage to play around .500 hockey. The organization is focused on establishing a brighter future, possibly transitioning to a more competitive roster by next season. With a roster largely in flux, the Sharks are also considering how to attract outside talent to accelerate their rebuilding process.