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Still, with a clear disconnect on both sides and possibly stunted development, the Sharks could get him for cheaper. " } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "\"Initially, they had focused on trying to get another prospect like him, sort of a kind-for-kind type of deal, but I think Columbus is shifting into a mode where they'll start to listen on draft-pick packages in exchange for Jiricek, and that might help move things along on the trade front,\" Johnston said." } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "What could the Sharks give up for the 2022 sixth-overall pick?" } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "The Sharks have begun to establish the top end of their prospect pool, but many young players in the AHL have a clouded route to the NHL. " } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "Players like Danil Gushchin, Thomas Bordeleau, and Tristen Robbins haven't been able to crack the NHL full-time. Reports suggest the Blue Jackets are seeking a young forward who can help boost offense in the NHL. Gushchin may be the perfect piece, along with a second and/or third-round pick to acquire Jiricek. " } }, { "id": "gmyllnal-hbwwklpz", "type": "embed", "data": { "service": "twitter", "source": "https://twitter.com/MyFryHole/status/1857969142906945573", "embed": "https://platform.twitter.com/embed/Tweet.html?id=1857969142906945573", "caption": "" } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "The winger scored 54 points in 56 games for the San Jose Barracuda last season and has six points in seven games this season. " } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "Bordeleau has shown flashes of being a solid NHL player. While his offense hasn't followed him to the NHL, he has solid skill and could be successful in a more prominent role. " } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "Bordeleau has two goals in 11 games for the 'Cuda this season, and after an injury in training camp, he hasn't been able to find his game. Like Jiricek, a change of scenery might not be the worst thing for Bordeleau's future." } }, { "id": "r59f918l-cli09sgy", "type": "embed", "data": { "service": "twitter", "source": "https://twitter.com/MyFryHole/status/1852855851159375905", "embed": "https://platform.twitter.com/embed/Tweet.html?id=1852855851159375905", "caption": "" } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "GM Mike Grier already traded one of the two Sharks first-round picks in the 2025 NHL Draft, and despite the draft hype surrounding Jiricek, the Blue Jackets would be lucky to get a first-round pick in return." } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "If Columbus were to get a first, it would likely be a later first, but the Sharks' ability to provide more young talent than other teams that might be interested could give them a minor discount on the draft capital they would have to give up. 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With Sam Dickinson, Shakir Mukhamadullin, and Luca Cagnoni already within the organization, I don't see the Sharks going after Jiricek with any desperation." } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "Other teams reportedly interested in Jiricek include the Minnesota Wild, Philadelphia Flyers, Pittsburgh Penguins, and Buffalo Sabres." } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "Make sure you bookmark THN's San Jose Sharks site for the latest news, exclusive interviews, breakdowns, and so much more." } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "Senators Forward Could Return From Injury Against Former Team" } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "Sharks Head Coach Explains What Yaroslav Askarov Needs To Work After Recent Demotion" } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "Sharks Leading Scorer To Miss Second Straight Game Due To Injury" } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "Former Sharks Forward Suspended For Cross-Checking" } }, { "type": "paragraph", "data": { "text": "Sharks Send Down Top Goalie Prospect After First Win" } }, { "type": "list", "data": { "style": "unordered", "items": [ "Follow Max on Twitter: @Real_Max_Miller" ] } } ] }

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