

Misa has played four of seven games for the Sharks this season to start his NHL career and has been a solid contributor, scoring two points (0G / 2A). He will return to the sidelines a healthy scratch, continuing to acclimate to the NHL level, as Philipp Kurashev draws back into the lineup as his replacement.


Misa will take a seat on Friday after making his NHL debut in Tuesday's 5-1 loss to the Hurricanes. Ryan Reaves will draw into the lineup in his place.

Misa was the 2nd overall selection in the 2025 NHL Entry Draft and will make his NHL debut on Tuesday against the Carolina Hurricanes. The 18-year-old forward scored an impressive 62 goals and 134 points with Saginaw (OHL) across 65 games last season.

Misa was the 2nd overall selection in the 2025 NHL Entry Draft and signed a three-year, entry-level contract with San Jose on Wednesday. The 18-year-old is expected to compete for a spot on the Sharks' opening night roster after an impressive 62-goal, 134-point campaign with Saginaw (OHL) across 65 games last season.
