San Jose Sharks rebuild: Discover the 6 critical steps the Sharks must take to climb back to respectability and return to the playoffs. In this deep-dive video, Sheng and Zubair, joined by guest Jesse Cohen from All The Kings Men Podcast, unpack lessons from the Kings’ 2006 rebuild, arena updates, contract strategies, and prospect impact for the Sharks’ next chapter.
What You’ll Learn:
• Kings’ rebuild blueprint (2006–2012) and playoff rise
• Sharks arena deal through 2051 and fan experience upgrades
• Defense systems, forecheck and team structure improvements
• Honest player evaluations—no sacred cows
• Role of intangibles and leadership in team culture
• Prospect development, cap management, and key offseason moves
Chapters & Timestamps:
0:00 Introduction & Sponsor Shoutout
4:43 Main Topic: 6 Steps Back to Respectability
8:01 Sharks Arena Deal & District Vision
10:44 Michael Misa ELC Speculation & Carey Price Trade Theory
26:02 Step #1: Learn To Play Defense
42:00 Step #2: Be Honest About Your Players
1:00:01 Step #3: Don’t Underestimate Intangibles
1:08:04 Step #4: Best Players Must Be Your Leaders
1:20:01 Step #5: Prospects Making NHL Impact
1:26:17 Step #6: Get Players With Something To Prove
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