After days of speculation amongst insiders and journalists alike, former Sharks winger Mike Grier has officially been named the new general manager of the San Jose Sharks. Such a naming is historic, as he will be the first Black general manager in league history. Yesterday morning, the organization hosted a press conference to re-introduce Grier in his new role.
It’s been clear from the beginning that the search for a new general manager would be extensive in order to find the right candidate for the organization, and Sharks President Jonathan Becher clarified such in his opening remarks.