Erik Polkamp BURSTS Onto San Jose Sharks Defense—Will He TRANSFORM the Offense?

San Jose Sharks shake up their defensive corps as Erik Polkamp gets the call-up from the AHL. Can Polkamp's powerful shot revitalize the Sharks’ struggling blue line and spark more offense on a challenging road trip? The conversation focused on Polkamp’s NCAA success under coach David Carl, his rapid rise through the ranks, and whether he could be the ideal replacement for Dmitry Orlov. Key topics included injury updates for Alex Wennberg and Igor Chernyshov, how lineup changes might affect special teams, and expectations for upcoming clashes against the Los Angeles Kings, Minnesota Wild, and Dallas Stars. The discussion explored tactical shifts, potential defensive pairings—like Allan with Polkamp—and the importance of Macklin Celebrini’s performance in a crucial three-game stretch. Can the Sharks find their scoring touch and steal points against some of the Central Division’s best? Check out the podcast on Twitter , Instagram , Facebook , TikTok , and YouTube . Join the Locked on Sharks All-Access Everyday Club for special content for the most die-hard San Jose Sharks fans: https://lockedonsharks.supercast.com/ Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Talkiatry Head to https://Talkiatry.com/LOCKEDONNHL to complete the short assessment and get matched with an in-network psychiatrist in just a few minutes. Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon . Navy Federal Credit Union If you've served in any branch of the military, are serving now or are part of a military family, you could become a member of Navy Federal, too. To find out more and see if you're eligible, visit https://navyfederal.org . Federally insured by NCUA. Bauer Bring your game to life with the BAUER PULSE 2 stick, available at your local Bauer retailer or online at https://bauer.com . Use promo code LOCKEDON26 to get free standard shipping on your order. One code use per customer. Cannot be combined with other discount codes. 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. Butcher Box If you're looking for an easier way to get great meals on the table, give ButcherBox a try. Go to https://ButcherBox.com/LOCKEDONNHL to get $20 off your first box, plus your choice of free ribeye, new york strip, or filet mignon in every box for a year — with free shipping always. Gametime Today's e