Danil Gushchin making the San Jose Sharks’ opening night roster is a major achievement for the young Russian forward. Although Gushchin has had brief stints in the NHL over the past two seasons, this is the first time he’s made the team directly out of training camp. His strong preseason performance, highlighted by five assists in a final game against the Vegas Golden Knights, secured his place on the roster. The 22-year-old reflected on the dedication he put in over the summer and the challenges he faced moving from Russia to the U.S. at 16 to chase his NHL dream. He expressed excitement about being part of the Sharks’ opening night lineup, where he is expected to play on the fourth line with Ty Dellandrea and Nico Sturm, while also contributing on the second power-play unit.
Gushchin’s journey through junior leagues and his time in the AHL, along with his focus on improving his defensive play, have been crucial in getting him to this stage. Head coach Ryan Warsofsky praised Gushchin’s development, noting that his contributions beyond just scoring—particularly his work off the puck—earned him this well-deserved opportunity.
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