4. Jeremy Roy, D
How acquired: Selected with No. 31 pick of 2015 NHL Draft
Last season: Sherbrooke (QMJHL): 45 GP, 6-28-34
The Sharks traded up in the second round in 2015 to take Roy (6-0, 188), who had been projected as a potential first-round selection. He played his third season for Sherbrooke but took a step back, at least statistically, with 34 points. He had 44 points (14-30-44) in 64 games in 2013-14 and 43 points (5-38-43) in 46 games in 2014-15. Roy, who turned 19 in May, needs to develop before he can challenge for a spot on a defense that has six veterans plus Dylan DeMelo (45 NHL games) and Mirco Mueller (50).
Projected NHL arrival: 2018-19
5. Kevin Labanc, RW
How acquired: Selected with No. 171 pick of 2014 NHL Draft
Last season: Barrie (OHL): 65 GP, 39-88-127
The Sharks have had success in the later rounds of the draft and hope Labanc (5-10, 175), who signed an entry-level contract in March, turns out to be latest example. The 20-year-old led the Ontario Hockey League with 127 points last season and had 31 goals and 76 assists in 2014-15.
"Kevin has become one of the premier point producers in the OHL and has elevated his game to new heights this season," Wilson said. "His smart, crafty play with the puck has made him a dangerous player, but with the help of Barrie's head coach Dale Hawerchuk, his game has improved physically and in the defensive end as well."
Projected NHL arrival: 2018-19