Editor's note: This article is part of an ongoing series in which Kevin Kurz will highlight a different Sharks player every day leading up to the start of training camp.
Name/Position: Joe Pavelski, RW
Age: 31
2015-16 cap hit/contract: $6 million, signed through 2018-19
2014-15 year in review: Joe Pavelski followed up his career year of 2013-14 with another strong performance last season, leading the Sharks in goals (37) and points (70). He finished second in the league with 19 power play goals, and tied for 17th in scoring.