The San Jose Sharks have been eliminated from the Stanley Cup Playoffs, prompting discussions about their rebuilding strategy. With standout rookie Macklin Celebrini and young talents like Will Smith and William Eklund stepping up, the focus shifts to how to optimize their roster in the offseason. Following recent trades, the Sharks should let go of veteran players Alexandar Georgiev and Jan Rutta to make room for prospect Yaroslav Askarov. The team aims to spend to the salary cap while also seeking to reinforce their core to improve their playoff prospects in Celebrini's second year.
The Sharks should fully commit to Yaroslav Askarov as their starting goalie, ensuring a clear path for their future core while possibly bringing in a veteran backup.
With only two pending free agents, trading out older players like Georgiev and Rutta will create space for younger talent, aligning with their rebuild strategy.
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