REBUILD or FADE AWAY: What can Predators learn from Sharks rebuild journey?

Rebuilding an NHL team: The new F-word in sports? San Jose Sharks and Nashville Predators face the challenge head-on. Is a full rebuild necessary after consecutive bottom-league finishes? Host Ann Kimmel and guest JD Young dissect the intricacies of NHL rebuilds, focusing on the Sharks' aggressive approach. They explore draft strategies, player development, and the crucial role of ownership buy-in. Key topics include San Jose's roster overhaul, the importance of celebrating small successes, and realistic timelines for returning to playoff contention. Young shares insights on the Sharks' long-term vision, aiming for sustainable success by the early 2030s. Is Nashville destined to follow suit? Tune in to discover why rebuilds are more than just trading away star players and how teams navigate the complex path back to NHL glory.  0:00 Intro: Rebuild vs. Retool discussion5:13 NHL draft analysis and Michael Misa pick11:31 Analytical view on rebuilds over 30 years16:51 How the Sharks executed their rebuild21:31 Teams that avoided full rebuilds27:33 Uncertainty in player development during rebuilds32:11 Ownership's role in embracing rebuilds36:24 Where to find Locked On Sharks podcast  Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOPredators?sid=YouTube Locked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL Follow us on Social Media!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lockedonpredators/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LockedOnPredatorsTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/LO_PredatorsEmma's Twitter: https://twitter.com/emma_linganAnn's Twitter: https://twitter.com/AnnK_MamaOnIce Join our Locked On Predators Insider Program!https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonpredators #NashvillePredators #NHL #Preds Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNHL at monarchmoney.com for 50% off your first year. Wonderful PistachiosGet snackin' and get crackin' with the snack that packs a protein punch. Visit WonderfulPistachios.com to learn more! FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now, new FanDuel customers can get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in Bonus Bets if your first FIVE DOLLAR bet wins! 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.