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Regional Writer for NHL.com covering Western Canada. Cowboys fan, Chilean and Canadian national soccer teams supporter. Opinions are my own.
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Kelly looks to build on breakout season for Avalanche

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By Derek van Diest Verified
| NHL.com Verified
Forward had NHL career-high 35 points, helped Colorado reach Western Final August 25, 2026 EDMONTON -- Parker Kelly is eager to build on his breakout season. The Colorado Avalanche forward is also motivated after his team got swept in the Western Conference Final by the Vegas Golden Knights in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. “Last year was a fun year.
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3 questions facing San Jose Sharks

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By Derek van Diest Verified
| NHL.com Verified
Celebrini’s ability to replicate big season, impact of Nurse, Trouba additions among unknowns August 23, 2026 NHL.com is providing in-depth analysis for each of its 32 teams from Aug. 1-Sept. 1. Today, three important questions facing the San Jose Sharks. Celebrini had 115 points (45 goals, 70 assists) in 82 games last season, which was 56 points higher than San Jose's second-best offensive player, forward Will Smith who had 59 points (24 goals, 35 assists) in 69 games.
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Top prospects for San Jose Sharks

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By Derek van Diest Verified
| NHL.com Verified
No. 2 pick Stenberg expected to debut this season; goalie Ravensbergen taking development to Michigan State August 23, 2026 NHL.com is providing in-depth prospect analysis for each of its 32 teams from Aug. 1-Sept. 1. Today, the top five prospects for the San Jose Sharks, according to NHL.com. 1.
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