We’re just 64 days away from the San Jose Sharks kicking off their season against the Vegas Golden Knights at SAP Center. The number 64 has only been worn twice in franchise history. The first was from 2009 to 2012 by Jamie McGinn, then again by Mikael Granlund during the 2024-25 season. McGinn spent four years with the Sharks after being drafted in the second round of the 2006 NHL Draft. During his time in San Jose, he scored 27 goals and added 22 assists for 49 points in 204 games. After his time with the organization came to an end, he went on to play for the Colorado Avalanche. He wrapped up his career after 11 seasons, finishing with 117 goals and 103 assists for 220 points in 617 games. Granlund, meanwhile, spent parts of two years with the Sharks. He was acquired from the Pittsburgh Penguins as part of the Erik Karlsson trade. In his two seasons with the club, he recorded 27 goals and 78 assists for 105 points in 121 games. He was a very productive player during his time in San Jose, and at the 2025 NHL Trade Deadline, he was dealt to the Dallas Stars. In his 13-year career so far, he has tallied 610 points in 902 games. We’re slowly making our way through the dog days of summer. August is the final month without hockey, which should have NHL fans counting down the days.
