# BREAKTHROUGH: San Jose Sharks NEED to Be Better In The Pacific Division For Playoff HOPES

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Podcast: [Locked On Sharks - Daily Podcast On The San Jose Sharks](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-sharks-daily-podcast-on-the-san-jose-sharks-816069)
Published: 2026-09-15T04:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

San Jose Sharks face a pivotal test: Can dominating their Pacific Division rivals unlock a long-awaited playoff return? JD Young breaks down how the Sharks must rack up points against division foes like the Anaheim Ducks, Los Angeles Kings, and the bottom-dwelling Calgary Flames, Vancouver Canucks, and Seattle Kraken. Rivalries run hot as playoff hopes hinge on securing key wins—will the Sharks finally bloody the Vegas Golden Knights’ nose or get the best of Connor McDavid’s Edmonton Oilers? Key insights spotlight San Jose's improved blue line, potential goaltending growth, and the importance of outpacing the Kings and Ducks in the standings. Roster additions, offseason shakeups, and crucial matchups are analyzed for each Pacific Division team. With a target of 35 out of 56 possible points against the division, the path to success is clear: take care of business close to home, and a postseason berth could be within reach.

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