My observations as a local hockey fan since 1993, and covering the Sharks since 2009 - and how Curtis Brown sees the game growing compared to "traditional" hockey markets across North America.

Some thoughts after watching several straight days of coverage from the North Bay's fires. Observations from the Sharks 0-2 start. And - what ever happened to "cash is king"?

Before being traded to San Jose last season, the only pro hockey team Jannik had known were the Vancouver Canucks for 10 seasons. He discusses the toughest part of changing clubs, and why being reunited with Mikkel Boedker is extra special.

After a rookie season which saw him tally 20 points in 55 games, the Brooklyn product tells Brodie what video revealed this summer, and how he hopes to take the next step this season.

His best friend was traded last season, but Tomas Hertl says he's found new teammates to bond with. And on a more serious topic, Hertl says he wants to be "the guy" San Jose can trust as he makes the transition from Wing to Centerman.

It was self-admittedly a rough first season for Mikkel in San Jose, but he explains how hard work will get him back on track with the Sharks, and how he hopes to "prove everybody different".

Coming out of camp, it appears Dylan will get his first chance to start a season as an everyday defenseman for the Sharks. He explains the goal of this season, to be playing every night, and where the true depth of his team lies - on the blue line.

After a summer of specific conditioning, Donskoi says with 2 years NHL experience under his belt - he knows he can step up his game to another level this season and help the team.

The "Melk Man" discusses his ability to score so many clutch goals for the Sharks, playing "greasy", and how injuries set his whole team back in the very end of last season.

The Sharks primary goalie signed a long-term contract extension this summer, and has the capability to get red-hot... but why don't we know his personality very well? Plus how backing Jones up might be the hardest job in all of sports.