
Scouting the Future: Inside the Sharks’ Draft Strategy
San Jose Sharks’ director of scouting Chris Morehouse details the blend of data, media and internal evaluation that guides the franchise’s draft decisions.
Jun 22, 2026
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San Jose Sharks’ director of scouting Chris Morehouse details the blend of data, media and internal evaluation that guides the franchise’s draft decisions.

The San Jose Sharks traded their No. 20 pick to the Buffalo Sabres for defenseman Michael Kesselring and the No. 27 pick, and are now eyeing late‑first‑round defensive talent.

Carson Wetsch, a 2024 third-round selection, inked an entry-level deal after a breakout season with the Kelowna Rockets, where he posted 50 assists and 72 points while captaining a roster packed with NHL prospects.