The San Jose Sharks released their full training camp roster, and of the 63 players listed, only 20 will earn starting positions come opening night. A handful of others will be kept for depth while the rest will be released, returned to juniors or sent down to the AHL.
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At the forward position, there are 38 camp attendees competing for 12 starting spots. With Joe Thornton, Patrick Marleau, Joe Pavelski, Logan Couture, Joel Ward, Tommy Wingels, Matt Nieto, Tomas Hertl and Ben Smith all virtual locks, there are three jobs up for grabs.