SAN JOSE – Filip Bystedt’s blond hair was a little longer than usual when he arrived at the start of San Jose Sharks training camp a couple of weeks ago, having let it grow for the past two or three months.

Head Coach Ryan Warsofsky announced today that Logan Couture will continue to serve as Captain for the Sharks, the title he has held for the team since the start of the 2019-20 season. Mario Ferraro w

The San Jose Sharks still have a long way to go. Even with Macklin Celebrini leading the way, which he did with a goal and an assist tonight. I think we all know that, but the 4-2 preseason-opening loss to the Vegas Golden Knights is a good reminder of that.

Macklin Celebrini could play in his first career NHL preseason game Sunday night when the San Jose Sharks host the Vegas Golden Knights at SAP Center.

Last season: 19-54-9, eighth in Pacific Division; did not qualify for Stanley Cup Playoffs Macklin Celebrini and Will Smith are premium forward prospects expected to start the season with the Sharks.