While Macklin Celebrini and Will Smith were stalwarts on the San Jose Sharks' top line during the 2025-26 season, the left wing spot rotated fairly regularly. Heading into the 2026-27 season, there are a number of options who could compete for the final spot on the first line.

Option 1: Ivar Stenberg

If we were living in the world of EA Sports NHL 26's Franchise mode, Ivar Stenberg would almost certainly jump to the top line immediately after being drafted second overall.