Migs and Ian resurrect the back to the point podcast after more than a year long hiatus. They spend time discussing their thoughts on young players, Erik Karlsson's performance, and inconsistent officiating. 

Back to the Point

Bttp 42 - Re-emergence

Migs and Ian wallow in the Sharks sad season thus far. They discuss why the team has been playing so poorly and what needs to change. Players thought to be potentially traded are highlighted.

BttP 41 - The Sadcast

Migs and Ian reconvene after nearly 2 months to discuss the months of November and December for the Sharks. They highlight the coaching change and key elements of the Sharks woes so far this season.

BttP 40 - The Situation is Dire

Migs and Ian are back to discuss the Sharks many woes including team defense, a stagnant offense, abysmal 5 on 5 play, and goaltending. They also share where they stand on the matter of coaching and if changes are needed for the team.

BttP 39 - A new low...then another...then another

Ian and Migs discuss the Sharks’ early struggles before talking about the momentous return of Patrick Marleau, who is already saving the team’s season.

BttP 38 - Disaster! But then...

Migs and Ian reconvene after the summer to discuss key thoughts about the Sharks’ upcoming 2019-2020 campaign. Will this be THE year?

BttP 37 - Sharks Season Preview

Migs and Ian recap the Karlsson signing, dissect Pavelksi’s departure, and highlight other offseason developments.

BttP 36 - Goodbye Pavelski

Migs and Ian come together to wrap up the Sharks' 2018-2019 season. They discuss the series with the Blues, the playoffs as a whole, what doomed the Sharks, and what lays ahead with important free agent signings. HAGS.

BttP 35 - Endgame

Migs and Ian reminisce about the great times where the Sharks have had the officials in their pockets. They recap the the series against Colorado and look onward to St. Louis.

BttP 34 - Round 2 to Round 3

Migs and Ian recap the Sharks’ round 1 matchup against the Golden Knights. They discuss the historic collapse of the Golden Knights, “The Call”, all the other missed calls, Martin Jones, and the Sharks mental game that brought the series back. They look forward to preview the Sharks opponent in round two the Colorado Avalanche.

BttP 33 - Don’t Call It A Comeback

Migs and Ian discuss the Sharks’ upcoming round 1 matchup against the Golden Knights. They get sidetracked by a discussion about advanced stats. They also get upset about conspiracy theories.

BttP 32 - Playoff Preview

Migs and Ian analyze the Sharks’ recent slump and the key factors to the team’s poor performance. Also, #BurnsforNorris.

BttP 31 - Painful Losing Streak

Migs and Ian rip into the NHL Department of Player Safety for 20+ minutes before moving on to less impassioned topics about the Sharks trend toward success. Speculation about Erik Karlsson’s injury is also covered in addition to a look at the lineup after the trade deadline.

BttP 30 - Get Well Soon

Migs and Ian joyfully discuss the impact of Burns and Karlsson’s play as they both play exceeding well. The discussion includes points of how they both are particularly made more effective within Peter DeBoer’s system, as well as how Karlsson’s form has made us feel lucky to have him instead of having potentially acquired Tavares during the summer.

BttP 29 - Burns & Karlsson Lovefest

Migs and Ian reconvene to discuss recent developments with the Sharks and the ambiguity of the team’s forward lines. They also bandy the possibility of a trade prior to the deadline to bolster the offense.

BttP 28 - Not Bad Boys

Irrational and rational aspects of fandom find a meeting point in this podcast about the San Jose Sharks. Two friends discuss the team with focus on team/player performance and news with an appreciation for the emotions inherent in being a Sharks fan.

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