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Podcast: Locked On Sharks - Daily Podcast On The San Jose Sharks
Episode: Nolan Allan’s Journey to San Jose Sharks—How Young DEFENDERS Shape the Franchise
Description: San Jose Sharks welcome promising defenseman Nolan Allan as he shares his journey from the WHL to joining the San Jose Barracuda. Can a former Chicago Blackhawks prospect carve out a key role in San Jose and make a push back to NHL action? Allan discusses his Saskatchewan hockey roots, drawing inspiration from Braden McNabb, and learning from a powerhouse Seattle Thunderbirds squad loaded with NHL-caliber talent.JD Young spotlights Allan’s steady rise, highlighting pivotal experiences at the World Juniors, the challenges of COVID-shortened seasons, and the differences transitioning into pro hockey. From standing up for te...