William Douglas has been writing The Color of Hockey blog since 2012. Douglas joined NHL.com in 2019 and writes about people of color in the sport. Today, he profiles Alan Hoshida, host of the San Jose Sharks’ “Sharks Pregame Live” and “Sharks Post Game Live” on NBC Sports California.

Alan Hoshida feels like he’s growing with the Sharks.

Hoshida is in his second season as host of the San Jose Sharks “Sharks Pregame Live” and “Sharks Postgame Live” shows on NBC Sports California. The 37-year-old Gilroy, California, native said he’s become more comfortable and confident in the job with a season under his belt, much like Macklin Celebrini , the No.1 pick of the 2024 NHL Draft, and the rest of the Sharks’ young core.

“This year I kind of know what to expect,” he said. “And when you’re tal

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