The San Jose Sharks faced disappointment in the NHL Draft Lottery, finishing with the second overall pick after hoping for the top selection. This marks the second consecutive year the Sharks, who had a 25.5% chance of winning, came up short, allowing the New York Islanders to claim first pick. Despite owning the league's worst record two years in a row, the Sharks still have potential with players like Macklin Celebrini and are eyeing promising defenseman Matthew Schaefer in the upcoming draft.
"Despite having the best odds for the second consecutive year, the San Jose Sharks secured the second overall pick in June's NHL Draft after the New York Islanders won.
"The Sharks had a 25.5% chance to win the lottery and 185 out of 1,000 combinations, demonstrating their significant yet ultimately unfulfilled hope.
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