The San Jose Sharks have been eliminated from playoff contention, disappointing fans. However, promising rookies like Collin Graf and Will Smith have shown significant improvement this season. Graf has scored three goals in three games, while Smith, with 35 points this season, has been crucial to the team's performance. Both players were standout college athletes, recognized as Hobey Baker finalists. Their successful transition to the NHL is a silver lining for Sharks supporters looking ahead to future seasons.
Both Graf and Smith have been two of the more impactful players on the ice for the Sharks in the past few games. Graf has three goals in the Sharks' last three games and scored the game-winning goal on Thursday night against the Chicago Blackhawks.
In his rookie NHL season, he has played in 60 games, scoring 13 goals and adding 22 assists for a total of 35 points. His contributions have been pivotal to the Sharks' performance.
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