SAN JOSE, CA - San Jose Sharks (@SanJoseSharks) General Manager Doug Wilson announced today that the club has re-signed forward Noah Gregor (@n_gregs20) to a one-year contract. Per club policy, terms of the deal were not disclosed.

"Noah showed last season that he has the tools to be an effective player at the NHL level by utilizing his speed," said Wilson. "We feel that he will elevate the competition among our forward group for a roster spot this season."

NHL.com is examining where each team stands in preparation for the 2021-22 regular season, which starts Oct. 12. Today, five questions facing the San Jose Sharks:

SAN JOSE, CA - San Jose Sharks (@SanJoseSharks) General Manager Doug Wilson and Head Coach Bob Boughner announced today that the organization has hired John MacLean as assistant coach.

MacLean's primary responsibilities will include working with the team's forwards and overseeing the power play.

SAN JOSE, CA - The San Jose Sharks announced today that Associate Coach Rocky Thompson is no longer serving as a member of the Sharks coaching staff.

"Due to a medical exemption that prevents me from taking the COVID-19 vaccine, under the new League protocols, I am not permitted to fulfill my duties on the Sharks coaching staff at this time," said Thompson. "I will have no further comment on this matter."

The Sharks will be announcing a replacement for Thompson in the near future.

SAN JOSE, CA - The San Jose Sharks (@SanJoseSharks) announced today the team's roster in the 2021 "Rookie Faceoff" tournament from September 17-20 at Gila River Arena and the Ice Den Scottsdale in Arizona. The tournament will include four teams from the Pacific Division (Anaheim, Los Angeles, San Jose and Vegas) and two from the Central Division (Arizona and Colorado).

SAN JOSE, CA - In conjunction with the new health and safety directive mandated by the San Jose City Council, Sharks Sports & Entertainment (SSE) announced revisions to its guest attendance policy for SAP Center at San Jose and the three Sharks Ice public recreational facilities operated by SSE management: Sharks Ice at San Jose, Sharks Ice at Fremont and the Oakland Ice Center, Operated by Sharks Ice.

Effective September 20, 2021, all guests ages 12 and older who visit SAP Center at San Jose, or any Sharks Ice facility will be required to show proof of vaccination upon entry. The requirement will remain in place until state and local health and safety guidance is revised, and there are no exemptions to this policy.

Every hockey season the Sharks Foundation supports local non-profits through its annual Giving Campaign. Focused on different causes each month, the initiative is a way for the Sharks Foundation to provide Community Assist Grants to non-profits that support youth and families in need in the Bay Area, and for members of Team Teal, including Sharks VIP's, corporate partners and mascot S.J. Sharkie, to get involved with community volunteering.

The 2020-21 season began in November with the Hockey Fights Cancer (HFC) presented by Kaiser Permanente campaign. Throughout the month, the Sharks recognized Community Captains, cancer warriors who had been honored at previous Sharks Hockey Fights Cancer Nights as far back as 2014. The Foundation raised funds to benefit Camp Okizu through HFC t-shirt sales and a SAP Center Marquee fundraiser, and hosted an auction which benefited There With Care of the Bay Area. With the help of Kids & Art Foundation clients, the Foundation sold a set of HFC Mystery Pucks presented by SAP designed by the youth that benefit from the non-profit's art therapy services; pucks were sold later in the year with proceeds benefiting Kids & Art Foundation.

SAN JOSE, CA - San Jose Sharks (@SanJoseSharks) General Manager Doug Wilson announced today that the club has signed center Jasper Weatherby (@jasperweatherby) to a two-year contract. Per club policy, terms of the deal were not disclosed.

"Jasper's performance at our development camp showcased his offensive skill, as well as his ability to utilize his size and strength to consistently win faceoffs," said Wilson. "He was a top collegiate player last season and served in a leadership role for North Dakota on and off the ice. The ingredients he brings meshes well with the top young players who are emerging in our system. We would like to thank the North Dakota hockey program for all of their hard work in helping Jasper reach this stage of his career."

After the NHL Draft, free agency and other offseason moves, NHL.com is examining where each team stands in preparation for the 2021-22 regular season, which starts Oct. 12. Today, the San Jose Sharks:

SAN JOSE, CA - The San Jose Sharks (@SanJoseSharks) announced today that the team will participate in the 2021 "Rookie Faceoff" tournament from September 17-20 at Gila River Arena and the Ice Den Scottsdale in Arizona. The tournament will include four teams from the Pacific Division (Anaheim, Los Angeles, San Jose and Vegas) and two from the Central Division (Arizona and Colorado).

The Rookie Faceoff tournament, which features the top prospects from each club participating, was held in Las Vegas in 2018 and Anaheim in 2019. The Sharks roster will feature several exciting prospects including 2021 first-round selection William Eklund, 2020 first-round selection Ozzy Wiesblatt, and 2020 second-round selection Tristen Robins.