The Fin Factor is a weekly podcast dedicated to all things San Jose Sharks. Hosts Paul Sunseri, Aaron Sholl, and producer Jason Sholl deliver game analysis, player insights, and exclusive interviews with Sharks players, staff, alumni, and journalists. The show blends sharp analysis with humor and nostalgic pop culture references, creating a fun and engaging experience for fans. Join us for live episodes every Sunday at 9pm Pacific and get your Sharks fix with insights you won’t find anywhere ...
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2025 NHL Draft Lottery – Can the Sharks Win #1 Again?!
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52:03We’re going live at 4PM PT for the 2025 NHL Draft Lottery, and this year it’s all happening in real time. No countdowns, no cards, just live ping-pong ball chaos as the league determines the top 16 picks. Last year, the Sharks defied the odds and landed Macklin Celebrini at #1. Can they do it again? Join Paul and Aaron for instant reactions, live c…
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San Jose Sharks 2024-25 Season in Review
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1:40:44In this episode, Paul and Aaron dive into the Sharks' season, analyzing predictions, stats, and future prospects. We review the Sharks' season predictions and outcomes, providing an analysis of the team's defensive improvements and close games. We also cover potential draft picks and trade strategies, offering our insights into the Sharks' free age…
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Couture Steps Down, Sharks Finish Season
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1:06:12In this week’s episode, Aaron and Paul talk about last week’s Sharks games against the Vancouver Canucks and Edmonton Oilers, a final Calder race update, Logan Couture stepping down from hockey, the Sharks finishing up their hopefully last last-place season, and we take your questions and comments live! Help save the Sonoma Seawolves: https://www.s…
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Sharks Clinch Last Place, Calderbrini Back
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1:19:30In this week’s episode, Aaron and Paul talk about last week’s Sharks games against the Calgary Flames, Minnesota Wild, and Edmonton Oilers, a Calder race update with Macklin back in the middle of it, the Sharks clinching last place and best odds for the first overall pick at the 2025 NHL draft, the upcoming games against the Vancouver Canucks and E…
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Ovechkin Passes Gretzky, Sharks Fizzle
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1:22:45In this week’s episode, Aaron and Paul talk about Alexander Ovechkin passing Wayne Gretzky in career NHL goals, last week’s Sharks games against the Anaheim Ducks, Edmonton Oilers, and Seattle Kraken, a Calder race update, the upcoming games against the Calgary Flames, Minnesota Wild, and Edmonton Oilers, and we take your questions and comments liv…
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Sharks get 20th Win, More Milestones
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1:26:33In this week’s episode, Aaron and Paul talk about last week’s Sharks games against the Toronto Maple Leafs, New York Rangers, and Los Angeles Kings, a Calder race update, a look at some potential free agent targets for this summer, the upcoming games against the Anaheim Ducks, Edmonton Oilers, and Seattle Kraken, and we take your questions and comm…
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Cagnoni Gets NHL Point, Sharks Beat Bruins
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1:16:35In this week’s episode, Aaron and Paul talk about last week’s Sharks games against the Carolina Hurricanes and Boston Bruins, a Calder race update, the upcoming games against the Toronto Maple Leafs and New York Rangers, and we take your questions and comments live! Help save the Sonoma Seawolves: https://www.saveseawolvesathletics.com -- TIMESTAMP…
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Sharks Officially Eliminated, Prospects Shine
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1:06:06In this week’s episode, Aaron and Devereaux talk about last week’s Sharks games against the Nashville Predators, Chicago Blackhawks, and Washington Capitals, a Calder race update, a look at some of the Sharks prospects, the upcoming games against the Carolina Hurricanes and Boston Bruins, and we take your questions and comments live! The Fin Factor…
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Trade Deadline Hangover, Sharks Now Building
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1:24:16In this week’s episode, Paul and Aaron talk about last week’s Sharks games against the Toronto Maple Leafs, Buffalo Sabres, Colorado Avalanche, and New York Islanders, a Calder race update, the trade deadline hangover, a look at some season stats for the Sharks, the upcoming games against the Nashville Predators, Chicago Blackhawks, and Washington …
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San Jose Sharks Trade Deadline Coverage
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1:01:51In this week’s episode, Paul and Aaron talk about all of the trades that the San Jose Sharks made this week: Jake Walman, Vitek Vanecek, Luke Kunin, Nico Sturm, Vincent Desharnais, we take your questions and comments, and more! Help save the Sonoma Seawolves: https://www.saveseawolvesathletics.com The Fin Factor is a weekly podcast discussing the S…
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In this week’s episode, Paul and Aaron talk about last week’s Sharks games against the Calgary Flames, Winnipeg Jets, Montreal Canadiens, and Ottawa Senators, a Calder race update, the upcoming trade deadline, the upcoming games against the Toronto Maple Leafs, Buffalo Sabres, Colorado Avalanche, and New York Islanders. and we take your questions a…
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Meet Jack Thompson, Henry Thrun & Collin Graf
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25:40This week, we bring you exclusive one-on-one interviews with San Jose Sharks defensemen Jack Thompson, Henry Thrun, and Colin Graf! With no Sharks games on the schedule, we took the opportunity to chat with these rising stars about their experiences adjusting to the NHL and AHL split season, the impact of playing in the legendary Brick Invitational…
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In this week’s episode, Paul and Aaron talk about the Sharks games against the Montreal Canadiens, Vancouver Canucks, and Dallas Stars, a Calder race update, we look ahead to the 4 Nations Face-Off, and we take your questions and comments live! Help save the Sonoma Seawolves: https://www.saveseawolvesathletics.com The Fin Factor is a weekly podcast…
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Granlund and Ceci Traded, Smith Streaking
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1:39:17In this week’s episode, Paul and Aaron talk about the Sharks trading Mikael Granlund and Cody Ceci to Dallas, the games against the Pittsburgh Penguins and Seattle Kraken, the Calder Race update, Will Smith is going streaking, the upcoming games against the Montreal Canadiens, Vancouver Canucks, and Dallas Stars, and we take your questions and comm…
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Sharks Crumbling, Rantanen Traded, Who’s Next?
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1:21:26In this week’s episode, Paul and Aaron talk about the games against the Nashville Predators and Florida Panthers, we check in on the Calder Trophy Race, Mikko Rantenen being traded from the Colorado Avalanche to the Carolina Hurricanes, we talk about possible trades for the Sharks, look ahead at the upcoming game against the Pittsburgh Penguins and…
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Sharks Road Trip Gets Ugly, Early Trades?
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1:30:44In this week’s episode, Paul and Aaron talk about the games against the Detroit Red Wings, Columbus Blue Jackets, New York Islanders, Boston Bruins, and Nashville Predators, Nico Sturm talking about a possible extension, Simon Nemec unhappy in New Jersey, the potential fire sale in Pittsburgh, the upcoming games against the Nashville Predators and …
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In this week’s episode, Paul and Aaron talk about the games against the Vegas Golden Knights, Utah Hockey Club, and Minnesota Wild, Will Smith being benched in the Minnesota Wild game, an update on the Calder Watch, the upcoming road trip against the Detroit Red Wings, Columbus Blue Jackets, New York Islanders, Boston Bruins, and Nashville Predator…
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Askarov Belongs, Sharks Streaking into 2025
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1:37:38In this week’s episode, Paul and Aaron talk about the games against the Philadelphia Flyers, Tampa Bay Lightning, and New Jersey Devils, they check in on the Calder race candidates, debate again on what to do with Askarov when Vanecek is healthy, talk about the upcoming games against the Vegas Golden Knights, Utah Hockey Club, and Minnesota Wild, a…
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Sharks Can’t Close, Celebrini Atop Calder Race
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1:44:08In this week’s episode, Paul and Aaron talk about the games against the Vancouver Canucks, Vegas Golden Knights, and Calgary Flames, injuries starting to pile up, the Calder race update with Celebrini, New Year’s resolutions, the upcoming games against the Philadelphia Flyers, Tampa Bay Lightning, and New Jersey Devils, and we take your questions a…
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3rd Period Struggles, Askarov Dominates
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1:09:58In Episode 231 of The Fin Factor, Aaron and Deveraux analyze the San Jose Sharks’ challenging week, including 3rd-period collapses against the Winnipeg Jets, Colorado Avalanche, and Edmonton Oilers. They highlight Nikolai Kovalenko’s standout play, Macklin Celebrini moving up the Calder race, and Yaroslav Askarov’s amazing performance against the o…
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Celebrini NHL History, Holiday Inflatables
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1:40:11In this episode, we discuss last week’s games against the Carolina Hurricanes, St. Louis Blues, and the Utah Hockey Club, Macklin Celebrini making more NHL history, the Sharks releasing their Holiday Sweater video, the upcoming games against the Winnipeg Jets, Colorado Avalanche, and the Edmonton Oilers, and we take your questions and comments live…
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Mackenzie Blackwood Traded to Avalanche
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1:00:26In this episode, we discuss the trade between the San Jose Sharks and Colorado Avalanche where the Sharks sent Mackenzie Blackwood, Givani Smith, and a 2027 5th round pick to the Avalanche for Alexander Georgiev, Nikolai Kovalenko, a 2026 2nd round pick, and a 2025 5th round pick, the impact Georgiev and Kovalenko will make, if we see more Yaroslav…
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Celebrini Makes History, Sharks Humbled in FL
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1:05:47In this episode, we discuss last week’s games against the Washington Capitals, Tampa Bay Lightning, and Florida Panthers, Macklin Celebrini making history in Washington, check in on the Calder race between Matvei Michkov, Logan Stankoven, and Macklin Celebrini, the upcoming games against the Carolina Hurricanes, St. Louis Blues, and Utah Hockey Clu…
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Celebrini Rookie of the Month, Wins Piling Up
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1:41:06In this episode, we talk about the last week’s games against the Los Angeles Kings, Ottawa Senators, and home/away with the Seattle Kraken, Macklin Celebrini named the NHL Rookie of the Month, Will Smith quieting naysayers, the Colorado Avalanche and Nashville Predators making a goalie trade, post-Thanksgiving standings, the upcoming games against …
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Sharks OT Drama, Thornton Tribute Recap
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1:52:57In this episode, we dive into a week full of action and emotions for the San Jose Sharks. The Sharks kicked things off with a thrilling 5-4 overtime win against the Red Wings, where Celebrini scored an electrifying OT game-winner. Next, they faced a tough 2-5 loss to the Stars, a game that included two empty-netters, making the score seem worse tha…
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Sharks Road Trip Points, Thornton Day Preview
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1:00:58In Episode 225, Aaron and Deveraux recap the Sharks’ week, including three consecutive road trip losses and the upcoming special celebrations for Joe Thornton. The Sharks gave fans plenty to talk about, from hard-fought battles in Philly, New York, and Pittsburgh to plans to honor the legendary Jumbo Joe with a Legends Game and jersey retirement. J…
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Sharks Watch Party, Live from Little Italy
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55:31Join us for Episode 224 of The Fin Factor, filmed live at our Sharks Watch Party! Paul and Aaron recap an exciting streak of Sharks games, including thrilling OT wins over the Utah Grizzlies and Columbus Blue Jackets, victories against the LA Kings and Chicago Blackhawks, and close battles with Vancouver and Minnesota. With live fan reactions and a…
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Alan Hoshida: San Jose Sharks Broadcast Insider
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1:14:38In Episode 223 of The Fin Factor, Paul and Aaron welcome special guest Alan Hoshida, the live pre-, post-, and intermission host for San Jose Sharks broadcasts. Alan shares his journey from growing up in Gilroy to working in broadcast journalism, including his memorable time covering sports across California, Washington, and Hawaii. They dive into …
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Sharks 9th Straight Loss Sets NHL Record
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1:29:58In Episode 222 of The Fin Factor, we break down the Sharks’ recent games against the Anaheim Ducks, LA Kings, and Vegas Golden Knights. We discuss Noah Claxton and Kellen Foster’s performances, Thrun dropping the mitts early, and the Ducks’ bold jersey change. The Kings brought back Gretzky-era jerseys and dominated early, but the Sharks showed int…
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Sharks PP Struggles, Will Smith’s Workload
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1:31:19In Episode 221, hosts Paul Sunseri and Aaron Sholl break down the San Jose Sharks’ recent games against the Chicago Blackhawks, Winnipeg Jets, and Colorado Avalanche. We dive deep into William Eklund’s grit as he plays through injury, analyze Will Smith’s workload balance, and discuss what Macklin Celebrini’s return could mean for the team. We’ll a…
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Celebrini Scores, Goes on IR, Vanecek Shines
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1:28:44Join us for episode 220 as we talk about the games against the St. Louis Blues, Anaheim Ducks, and Dallas Stars, Macklin Celebrini going on IR after his first NHL game, Vitek Vanecek looking great against the Ducks, the upcoming games against the Chicago Blackhawks, Winnipeg Jets, and Colorado Avalanche, and we take your questions live! The Fin Fac…
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Celebrini Sidelined, Season Predictions
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1:35:29Join us for episode 219 as we talk about the preseason games against the Utah Hockey Team, Anaheim Ducks, and Vegas Golden Knights, Macklin Celebrini getting hurt and is now day-to-day, roster cuts, predictions for the upcoming season, and we take your questions live! The Fin Factor is a weekly podcast discussing the San Jose Sharks NHL hockey team…
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Celebrini Scores, Roster Cuts, Goodrow Speaks
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1:46:23Join us for episode 218 as we talk about the preseason games against the Vegas Golden Knights, Anaheim Ducks, the deadly powerplay, roster cuts so far, Barclay Goodrow and his reaction to being a Shark again, the upcoming preseason games against the Utah Hockey Team, Anaheim Ducks, and Vegas Golden Knights, we take your questions live! The Fin Fact…
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Rookie Faceoff, Landlord Jumbo and Vibes
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1:32:55Join us for episode 217 as we take a look at how the San Jose Sharks rookies are faring at the Rookie Faceoff, Macklin Celebrini’s plans to live with Joe Thornton during the season, Will Smith to bunk up with Patrick Marleau, a look at the Askarov trade, and we take your questions live! The Fin Factor is a weekly podcast discussing the San Jose Sha…
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Sharks sign Tyler Toffoli and Alex Wennberg
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1:36:02Join us for episode 216 as we discuss the San Jose Sharks free agent signings of Tyler Toffoli and Alex Wennberg, Luke Kunin and Justin Bailey re-sign, the potential lines and expectations, the second day of draft picks, and we take your questions and comments live! The Fin Factor is a weekly podcast discussing the San Jose Sharks NHL hockey team. …
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San Jose Sharks 2024 NHL Draft LIVE from SAP Center
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2:36:22🚨 LIVE NHL DRAFT COVERAGE FROM SAP CENTER! 🚨 The Fin Factor is back with a special live episode from the heart of the action at SAP Center for the San Jose Sharks 2024 NHL Draft Party! Join hosts Paul Sunseri and Aaron Sholl as they bring you exclusive insights, in-depth analysis, and bold predictions on how the draft outcomes will shape the upcomi…
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Ryan Warsofsky Becomes San Jose Sharks Head Coach
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1:01:21Join us for episode 214 as we discuss the San Jose Sharks hiring Ryan Warsofsky as their 11th-ever head coach. Be sure to join us live as we take your questions! The Fin Factor is a weekly podcast discussing the San Jose Sharks NHL hockey team. Our episodes are hosted by Paul Sunseri and Aaron Sholl, two avid Sharks fans. Support our show by shoppi…
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Will Smith Signs ELC with San Jose Sharks
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1:07:14Join us for episode 213 as we discuss the San Jose Sharks signing the 2023 4th overall pick, Will Smith, to his entry-level contract. Be sure to join us live as we take your questions! The Fin Factor is a weekly podcast discussing the San Jose Sharks NHL hockey team. Our episodes are hosted by Paul Sunseri and Aaron Sholl, two avid Sharks fans. Sup…
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San Jose Sharks Fans React to #1 Pick in 2024 NHL Draft
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54:25Join us for episode 212 as we go live, in person, for the NHL Draft Lottery. We will be on location at Ancora Vino, down the street from the SAP Center, with our fans in attendance. We will be watching the ESPN feed and getting live reactions to the Draft Lottery where the San Jose Sharks could finally get the first overall pick in an NHL draft! If…
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Coach David Quinn Fired by San Jose Sharks
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1:06:44Join us for a crucial update for all San Jose Sharks fans. We dive into the latest seismic shift within the Sharks' organization as General Manager Mike Grier announces the dismissal of Head Coach David Quinn after a challenging tenure. We'll explore the impact of Quinn's coaching record, the reasons behind his firing, and what this means for the t…
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San Jose Sharks 2023-24 Season in Review
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1:57:19Join us for episode 210 as we discuss last week’s game against the Calgary Flames. We also review our season predictions from Episode 183, evaluate Grier’s assessment of the team, and focus on three key players: Couture, Sturm, and Granlund. Be sure to join us live as we take your questions! The Fin Factor is a weekly podcast discussing the San Jos…
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Join hosts Paul and Aaron for episode 209 as they discuss last week’s games against the Calgary Flames, Seattle Kraken, Minnesota Wild, and Edmonton Oilers, Devin Cooley getting another win, the Sharks locking up the best odds for the NHL draft lottery, the Sharks Media Awards, one more game left in the season, and we take your questions live! The …
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Sharks Sign Collin Graf, Cooley Bags First Win
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1:14:59Join hosts Paul and Aaron for episode 208 as they discuss last week’s games the Los Angeles Kings, St. Louis Blues, and Arizona Coyotes, the Sharks signing of Collin Graf, Devin Cooley getting his first NHL win, the upcoming games against the Calgary Flames, Seattle Kraken, Minnesota Wild, and Edmonton Oilers, and we take your questions live! The F…
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Blackwood Shines, Sharks Still in Basement
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1:34:57Join hosts Paul and Aaron for episode 207 as we discuss last week’s games against the Dallas Stars, Minnesota Wild, St. Louis Blues, and Seattle Kraken, we look at Mackenzie Blackwood’s performance this season, the Sharks powerplay consistently scoring, the upcoming games against the Los Angeles Kings, St. Louis Blues, and Arizona Coyotes, and we t…
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Sharks Race to the Bottom, Prospects Shining
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1:31:31Join hosts Paul and Aaron for episode 206 as we discuss last week’s games against the Nashville Predators, Tampa Bay Lightning, and Chicago Blackhawks, Zetterlund and Bordeleau leading, the hunt for Macklin Celebrini, the Sharks prospects thriving, the upcoming games against the Dallas Stars, Minnesota Wild, and St Louis Blues, and we take your que…
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Cooley’s First Start, Kostin Fitting In
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1:02:50Join hosts Paul and Aaron for episode 205 as we discuss last week’s games against the Pittsburgh Penguins, Columbus Blue Jackets, and Chicago Blackhawks, Devin Cooley getting his first NHL start, Klim Kostin fitting in well, the Sharks pacing their way to the first overall pick, the upcoming games against the Nashville Predators, Tampa Bay Lightnin…
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Chrona’s First Win, Post-Trade Roster
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1:16:57Join hosts Paul and Aaron for episode 204 as we discuss last week’s games against the Dallas Stars, New York Islanders, Ottawa Senators, and Philadelphia Flyers, Magnus Chrona's first NHL win, Thomas Bordeleau's scoring, the upcoming games against the Pittsburgh Penguins, Columbus Blue Jackets, and Chicago Blackhawks, and we take your questions liv…
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Hertl, Duclair, Kahkonen, Simek & More Traded
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1:26:41Join hosts Paul and Aaron for episode 203 where we discuss the trade between the Vegas Golden Knights for Tomas Hertl, New Jersey trading for Kahkonen, Tampa Bay Lightning trading for Antony Duclair, the Detroit Red Wings for Radim Simek, and we take your questions live! The Fin Factor is a weekly podcast discussing the San Jose Sharks NHL hockey t…
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Chrona’s Strong Game, Trade Deadline Week
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1:17:37Join hosts Paul and Aaron for episode 202 where we discuss the past week’s worth of games against the New Jersey Devils, Anaheim Ducks, Dallas Stars, and Minnesota Wild, Mackenzie Blackwood getting injured, Magnus Chona’s strong start against the Stars, trade deadline impacting players, the upcoming games against the Dallas Stars, New York Islander…
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Sharks' Struggle, Is This a Bad Stretch?
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1:47:16Join hosts Paul and Aaron for a comprehensive breakdown of the San Jose Sharks' recent matchup, where they faced a tough 4-2 loss at home to the Nashville Predators. We will delve into the Sharks' efforts, highlighting the moments that defined the game and areas needing improvement. The episode will analyze key plays and strategic decisions, emphas…
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