The Fin Factor is a weekly podcast dedicated to all things San Jose Sharks. Hosts Paul Sunseri, Aaron Sholl, and producer Jason Sholl deliver game analysis, player insights, and exclusive interviews with Sharks players, staff, alumni, and journalists. The show blends sharp analysis with humor and nostalgic pop culture references, creating a fun and engaging experience for fans. Join us for live episodes every Sunday at 9pm Pacific and get your Sharks fix with insights you won’t find anywhere else!
The Fin Factor
Claim This Podcastby Paul Sunseri, Aaron Sholl, and Jason Sholl
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The Fin Factor is a weekly podcast dedicated to all things San Jose Sharks. Hosts Paul Sunseri, Aaron Sholl, and producer Jason Sholl deliver game analysis, player insights, and exclusive interviews with Sharks players, staff, alumni, and journalists. The show blends sharp analysis with humor and nostalgic pop culture references, creating a fun and engaging experience for fans. Join us for live episodes every Sunday at 9pm Pacific and get your Sharks fix with insights you won’t find anywhere else!
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May 6, 2026
Sharks Win 2nd Overall in Lottery, What To Do Now?
<p>We’re going live for our reaction to the 2026 NHL Draft Lottery where the San Jose Sharks won the second overall pick. Last year, the Sharks landed Michael Misa at #2 and the year before that was Macklin Celebrini at #1; who will be added alongside them for the franchise’s fourth 2nd overall pick? Join Paul and Aaron for reactions, live chat, and full-on fan energy as we talk all things Sharks!</p><p>Not a channel member yet? Join the Fin Factor family for just $2.99/month to get access to giveaways, early episode releases, and more!</p><p>👉 Join here: https://www.youtube.com/thefinfactor/join</p><p><br></p><p>The Fin Factor is a weekly podcast discussing the San Jose Sharks NHL hockey team. Our episodes are hosted by Paul Sunseri and Aaron Sholl, two avid Sharks fans. Support our show by shopping for merchandise and join the email list on our website: https://www.thefinfactor.com</p><p><br></p><p>Like, subscribe, and sign up for alerts to new episodes! </p><p><br></p><p>The opinions expressed in this web series are those of hosts and/or guests alone. Any reference to copyrighted materials is for the purpose of commentary and criticism only. The Fin Factor is not affiliated with the San Jose Sharks, National Hockey League, or its subsidiaries.</p><p><br></p><p>X: https://www.twitter.com/TheFinFactor</p><p>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFinFactor</p><p>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/FinFactor</p><p>Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thefinfactor.com </p><p><br></p><p>Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/thefinfactor</p><p>Sharks Reddit Discord: https://discord.gg/NYpV4P2 </p><p>Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-fin-factor/id1411840950</p><p>Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thefinfactor </p><p>TuneIn: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Sports--Recreation-Podcasts/The-Fin-Factor-p1141578/</p><p><br></p><p>Hosts: Paul Sunseri, Aaron Sholl</p><p>Executive Producer: Jason Sholl</p><p>Director: Jason Sholl</p><p>VFX Opener: Alan2014/Videohive</p><p>GFX Effects: EasyEdit/Videohive</p><p>Set Construction: Todd Sholl</p><p>Music Theme: Kristian Habenicht</p><p>Production Services: Sholl Media Group LLC http://www.shollmediagroup.com/</p>
April 27, 2026
San Jose Sharks New Era Begins: 2025-26 Season Wrap-Up
<p>Join Paul and Aaron for the Season 8 finale of The Fin Factor as we close the book on a transformative San Jose Sharks season. While the team narrowly missed the postseason, the jump to 86 points and a 24th-place finish represents a massive step forward from a year ago.</p><p><br></p><p>We analyze the "the Good, the Bad, the Ugly" of the 2025-26 campaign, compare our pre-season predictions to the historic reality of Macklin Celebrini’s 115-point season, and dive deep into the analytics of the Sharks' most effective line combinations. We also feature exclusive insights from the Locker Room Clean Out, including Ryan Warsofsky and Mike Grier's vision for the coaching staff and the culture shift taking place at SAP Center.</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you to all our viewers and channel members for an amazing year!</p><p><br></p><p>-- TIMESTAMPS --</p><p>00:00 Intro: Season Recap & Member Thanks</p><p>04:54 The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly: Season Review</p><p>05:54 Good: Celebrini’s Historic 115-Point Season</p><p>13:16 Bad: 5v5 Possession, PK, 0-6-1 Start</p><p>15:13 Ugly: 290 Goals Against, Inconsistency, Falling Short</p><p>24:32 Evaluating the "Core Four" Youth Development</p><p>32:45 Goaltending Deep Dive: Askarov vs. Nedeljkovic</p><p>53:58 Line Combinations: Analyzing the Most Effective Trios</p><p>1:10:45 Prediction Review: How Wrong Were We?</p><p>1:27:09 Locker Clean Out: Defining the New Team Culture</p><p>1:42:19 Locker Clean Out: Macklin Celebrini’s Elite Leadership</p><p>1:51:30 Locker Clean Out: Maturity & The Future Roster</p><p>2:02:10 Locker Clean Out: Mike Grier on the Coaching Staff</p><p>2:09:39 Fans & The Tank: Appreciation for the Sharks Faithful</p><p>2:14:37 Season Wrap-Up & Member Thanks</p><p><br></p><p>The Fin Factor is a weekly podcast discussing the San Jose Sharks NHL hockey team. Our episodes are hosted by Paul Sunseri and Aaron Sholl, two avid Sharks fans. Shop our merchandise and sign up for the latest updates at: https://www.thefinfactor.com.</p><p><br></p><p>Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on all things Sharks.</p><p><br></p><p>The opinions expressed in this web series are those of hosts and/or guests alone. Any reference to copyrighted materials is for the purpose of commentary and criticism only. The Fin Factor is not affiliated with the San Jose Sharks, National Hockey League, or its subsidiaries.</p><p><br></p><p>X: https://x.com/TheFinFactor</p><p>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFinFactor</p><p>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/FinFactor</p><p>Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thefinfactor.com </p><p><br></p><p>Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/thefinfactor</p><p>Sharks Reddit Discord: https://discord.gg/NYpV4P2 </p><p>Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-fin-factor/id1411840950 </p><p>Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thefinfactor </p><p><br></p><p>TuneIn: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Sports--Recreation-Podcasts/The-Fin-Factor-p1141578/</p><p><br></p><p>Hosts: Aaron Sholl, Paul Sunseri</p><p>Executive Producer: Jason Sholl</p><p>Director: Jason Sholl</p><p>VFX Opener: Alan2014/Videohive</p><p>GFX Effects: EasyEdit/Videohive</p><p>Set Construction: Todd Sholl</p><p>Music Theme: Kristian Habenicht</p><p>Production Services: Sholl Media Group LLC http://www.shollmediagroup.com/</p>
April 20, 2026
Celebrini Breaks Thornton’s Record, Hart Talk!
<p>Join Paul and Aaron for episode 285 of The Fin Factor as we close the books on the 2025-26 San Jose Sharks season and what a way to end it. Macklin Celebrini made history on April 16, scoring his 45th goal of the season to pass Joe Thornton's franchise record with 115 points in a single season. At 19 years old, he now trails only Gretzky and Crosby for points in a teen season in NHL history. We break down the Sharks' final three games with a road win in Nashville, a collapse in Chicago, and a dominant 6-1 blowout in Winnipeg where the record fell, plus a full look at where Celebrini ranks in the Hart Trophy conversation heading into the offseason. We also take your questions and comments live!</p><p>The Fin Factor is a weekly podcast discussing the San Jose Sharks NHL hockey team. Our episodes are hosted by Paul Sunseri and Aaron Sholl, two avid Sharks fans. Shop our merchandise and sign up for the latest updates at: https://www.thefinfactor.com.</p><p><br></p><p>Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on all things Sharks.</p><p><br></p><p>The opinions expressed in this web series are those of hosts and/or guests alone. Any reference to copyrighted materials is for the purpose of commentary and criticism only. The Fin Factor is not affiliated with the San Jose Sharks, National Hockey League, or its subsidiaries.</p><p><br></p><p>X: https://x.com/TheFinFactor</p><p>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFinFactor</p><p>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/FinFactor</p><p>Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thefinfactor.com </p><p><br></p><p>Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/thefinfactor</p><p>Sharks Reddit Discord: https://discord.gg/NYpV4P2 </p><p>Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-fin-factor/id1411840950 </p><p>Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thefinfactor </p><p><br></p><p>TuneIn: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Sports--Recreation-Podcasts/The-Fin-Factor-p1141578/</p><p><br></p><p>Hosts: Aaron Sholl, Paul Sunseri</p><p>Executive Producer: Jason Sholl</p><p>Director: Jason Sholl</p><p>VFX Opener: Alan2014/Videohive</p><p>GFX Effects: EasyEdit/Videohive</p><p>Set Construction: Todd Sholl</p><p>Music Theme: Kristian Habenicht</p><p>Production Services: Sholl Media Group LLC http://www.shollmediagroup.com/</p>
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