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Sharks Select Michael Misa With No. 2 Pick at NHL Draft

General manager Mike Grier hails his all-around game as the latest boost to San Jose’s youth-driven rebuild

NHL commissioner Gary Bettman greets Michael Misa as the San Jose Sharks’ number two overall pick during the first round of the 2025 Upper Deck NHL Draft at the Peacock Theater on June 27, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)
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Michael Misa speaks with the media during the National Hockey League Top Prospects Media Availability at the JW Marriott LA Live on June 26, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

Overview

  • The Sharks used the second overall pick in the NHL Draft to select forward Michael Misa after the New York Islanders chose defenseman Matthew Schaefer first.
  • Misa set a Saginaw Spirit franchise record with 134 points, tallying 62 goals and 72 assists in the Ontario Hockey League this past season.
  • Mike Grier praised the 18-year-old’s 200-foot play, speed and competitiveness as an ideal complement to prospects Macklin Celebrini, Will Smith and William Eklund.
  • Misa said he will concentrate on summer training camp with the goal of competing for a San Jose roster spot this fall.
  • This selection marks the fourth time since 2021 that the Sharks have drafted in the top seven as they continue their youth-first rebuild.