Shakir Mukhamadullin, once a top prospect for the San Jose Sharks, opens up about his frustrating tenure with the team — from feeling undervalued and benched despite strong performances, to being stuck in rigid roles that stifled his growth. Despite being part of the trade that sent Timo Meier to New Jersey and receiving two contract offers, he ultimately walked away, eventually signing with the Edmonton Oilers. Now set to return to San Jose for an Oilers game later this year, Mukhamadullin still holds deep emotional ties to the city — where he welcomed his first child — even as he looks ahead to a fresh start with a new team. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/0376858f8c008c2a

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