EPISODE · May 20, 2026 · 37 MIN
OFFENSIVE MAGIC: Gavin McKenna’s NHL Potential IGNITES Draft Debate
from Locked On Sharks - Daily Podcast On The San Jose Sharks · host Locked On Podcast Network
San Jose Sharks fans face a franchise-altering draft dilemma: If Gavin McKenna slips to the number two pick, should the Sharks gamble on his high-octane offensive upside, or address their pressing need for a top-tier defenseman? JD Young and NHL draft expert Tony Ferrari break down McKenna’s unprecedented journey from the WHL to Penn State, his dazzling playmaking skills, and his defensive warts—drawing comparisons to Connor Bedard and Jonathan Huberdeau. Key topics include how McKenna stacks up against recent No. 1 picks, his potential fit alongside stars like Macklin Celebrini and Michael Misa, and the Sharks’ forward-heavy prospect pool. Tony Ferrari explores the best-player-available philosophy, bold trade-down strategies, and which blue-line prospects could reshape the team's future. Will San Jose stay the course or roll the dice on a game-changing draft night? Check out the podcast on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community:https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Indeed Now, you can speed up your hiring process with a $75 Sponsored Job Credit. Just go to https://indeed.com/podcast right now and support our show by saying you heard about Indeed on this podcast. Terms and conditions apply. KALSHI For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 5-Hour ENERGY Get candy-flavored chaos with Fruity Rainbow 5-hour ENERGY®️ Shots - available online at https://5hourENERGY.com or Amazon Quo Make this the year where no opportunity — and no customer — slips away. Try Quo for free plus get 20% off your first 6 months when you go tohttp://Quo.com/lockedonnhl. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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San Jose Sharks fans face a franchise-altering draft dilemma: If Gavin McKenna slips to the number two pick, should the Sharks gamble on his high-octane offensive upside, or address their pressing need for a top-tier defenseman? JD Young and NHL draft expert Tony Ferrari break down McKenna’s unprecedented journey from the WHL to Penn State, his dazzling playmaking skills, and his defensive warts—drawing comparisons to Connor Bedard and Jonathan Huberdeau. Key topics include how McKenna stacks up against recent No. 1 picks, his potential fit alongside stars like Macklin Celebrini and Michael Misa, and the Sharks’ forward-heavy prospect pool. Tony Ferrari explores the best-player-available philosophy, bold trade-down strategies, and which blue-line prospects could reshape the team's future. Will San Jose stay the course or roll the dice on a game-changing draft night?
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