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Graf’s Quiet Rise as Sharks’ Veteran | NHL News
Collin Graf, just 23, is now San Jose’s longest-tenured player — a veteran forged in trades and free agency — after signing a $12.75M deal. Despite only playing seven games last season, he’s the heart of a rebuilding Sharks team stocked with young stars like Celebrini and Dickinson, while seasoned vets like Goodrow and Nurse mentor the next generation. A Hobey Baker finalist and NCAA champion, Graf thrived in his first full NHL season: 81 games, 21 goals, 46 points, and elite penalty kill leadership. Smart, steady, and cerebral, he’s not just a plug-in piece — he’s the foundation for the…
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