- Editor's note: Sheng Peng will be a regular contributor to NBC Sports California's Sharks coverage for the 2021-22 season. You can read more of his coverage on San Jose Hockey Now, listen to him on the San Jose Hockey Now Podcast, and follow him on Twitter at @Sheng_Peng.
It’s been a whirlwind for Thomas Bordeleau.
Just 10 days ago, he was in Boston for the Frozen Four. Four days ago, he was making his pro debut with the San Jose Barracuda. And now, he’s making his NHL debut for the San Jose Sharks this evening in Minnesota.
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The 20-year-old is just trying to take it all in.
“It only happens once,” Bordeleau said. “It’s a special moment for myself and my family.”
Speaking of family, Thomas Bordeleau’s parents Sebastian and Chantal made it to Minnesota, and the Bordeleau family had dinner yesterday.
As for Bordeleau’s new San Jose Sharks family?
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“I’m definitely excited to prove to those guys that I’m here to help, I’m here to do whatever it takes to help them win, just kind of buy in and do whatever they want me to buy into,” the rookie said.