How Far Will Luca Cagnoni PUSH the San Jose Sharks Offense—Is a BREAKOUT Season Coming?

San Jose Sharks’ under-the-radar breakout candidates are ready to shake up the roster as the new season approaches. Can Luca Cagnoni’s elite skating and offensive instincts revive the blue line and spark one of the NHL’s most dynamic power plays alongside Macklin Celebrini and Will Smith? JD Young analyzes how Cagnoni’s playmaking, paired with a reimagined defensive core, could finally replace Erik Karlsson’s offensive production. Igor Chernyshov stands out as the under-the-radar power forward prospect who blends grit, speed, and scoring—potentially completing the Sharks’ top line next to Celebrini and Smith. Michael Kesselring’s bounce-back potential also takes center stage, offering San Jose a much-needed puck-moving presence and stability on defense. With breakout opportunities up for grabs and internal competition intensifying, these under-the-radar Sharks could be the key to an unexpected playoff surge this season.