Why some Sharks players will be watching Super Bowl LX with keen interest

SANTA CLARA – At least one corner of the San Jose Sharks’ locker room, not to mention the coach’s room and front office, has a rooting interest in Super Bowl LX.

A handful of Sharks players, plus coach Ryan Warsofsky, are Massachusetts natives and grew up fans of the New England Patriots. General manager Mike Grier grew up in the Boston area while his father, Bobby, was a longtime coach and executive with the team. Bobby Grier passed away in September.

The Boston-area natives on the Sharks’ roster are forwards Will Smith...