
Sharks Trade Eklund, Acquire Top Draft Picks in Blockbuster Deal
The San Jose Sharks sent William Eklund, Kasper Halttunen and Brandon Svoboda to the Ottawa Senators for the 2026 No. 9 pick, adding three high‑profile assets to their draft arsenal.
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The San Jose Sharks sent William Eklund, Kasper Halttunen and Brandon Svoboda to the Ottawa Senators for the 2026 No. 9 pick, adding three high‑profile assets to their draft arsenal.

The Senators swapped the ninth overall pick for a forward who contributed 15 goals and 53 points last season, a Finnish Memorial Cup champion, and a Boston University standout, while also reflecting on the Tkachuk trade that netted additional draft capital.

Buffalo moved up in the 2026 NHL Draft to select 17‑year‑old Ilia Morozov, a Russian forward who posted 20 points in 36 college games. The move reflects the club’s focus on development, depth and alignment with its core values.

Buffalo’s front office has targeted 17‑year‑old Ilia Morozov, a Russian prospect currently starring for Miami (Ohio), as the centerpiece of a draft‑day trade.

The Hockey Hall of Fame revealed its 2026 inductees, spotlighting stars like Keith Tkachuk and Patrice Bergeron, yet the absence of Henrik Zetterberg and Chris Osgood sparked discussion about their enduring impact.

Patrick Marleau’s milestone achievements and Olympic golds have not secured his place in the Hockey Hall of Fame, sparking debate over the criteria that overlook Stanley Cup triumphs.

A concise look at the most consequential trades, from the Maple Leafs’ goalie shuffle to the Panthers’ acquisition of Brady Tkachuk, and what they mean for fantasy lineups.

Bowen Byram's contract year sparks trade interest across the NHL as Flyers, Ducks, and Sharks eye the Sabres defenseman.

In recent Bahamas planning sessions, Minnesota Wild GM Craig Leipold and coach John Hynes weighed trade possibilities for center Dylan Larkin, evaluated free‑agent wingers, and weighed the need for a backup netminder after Filip Gustavsson’s surgery.

San Jose Sharks’ director of scouting Chris Morehouse details the blend of data, media and internal evaluation that guides the franchise’s draft decisions.

After a 33‑goal season in the AHL and two brief NHL call‑ups, John Leonard looks to turn his offensive promise into a permanent spot on the Red Wings' lineup as the team navigates trade rumors surrounding Dylan Larkin and Patrick Kane.

The San Jose Sharks traded their No. 20 pick to the Buffalo Sabres for defenseman Michael Kesselring and the No. 27 pick, and are now eyeing late‑first‑round defensive talent.

The Boston Bruins entered the offseason targeting a right‑handed defenseman, but the market is narrowing as top options sign elsewhere.

Amid lingering tensions over Russia, a Florida event organized by agent Dan Milstein gathers over 20 draft‑eligible players, NHL scouts, and even former NHL stars, offering a rare glimpse into the next generation while highlighting the unique challenges they face.

Between 2000 and 2005 the Colorado Avalanche experienced record‑setting seasons, legendary performances, and moments that defined the franchise's identity.

Vincent Iorio’s recent waiver claim by the New York Rangers leads to a dual career in professional hockey and a stunt‑filled role on the Prime Video series "Off Campus," based on Elle Kennedy’s books and filmed in British Columbia.

Boston’s first move of the NHL offseason sends a promising forward to San Jose, while the club honors Patrice Bergeron and eyes future draft assets.

The Toronto Maple Leafs have secured Darren Raddysh on an eight‑year deal, while the NHL’s buyout window opens amid a flurry of player moves and the return of veteran coach Mike Babcock to Edmonton.

The Colorado Avalanche remain Cup favorites despite losing a depth forward, while the Maple Leafs make an off‑board coaching hire and other teams shuffle staff and contracts.

The Colorado Avalanche stay early Stanley Cup contenders after losing a depth forward, even as the league witnesses notable trades, retirements and coaching changes.

The San Jose Sharks trade draft picks to acquire prospect Andre Gasseau from the Boston Bruins, reuniting him with center Will Smith and setting an August 15 signing deadline.

The San Jose Sharks acquired Michael Kesselring from the Buffalo Sabres, trading a 2026 first‑round pick for the 20th overall selection. Despite a season marked by limited ice time, Kesselring's recent breakout with the Utah Mammoth has scouts intrigued about his potential in San Jose.

San Jose Sharks complete a draft‑pick swap with the Buffalo Sabres to bring in 26‑year‑old defenseman Michael Kesselring, a towering presence who posted a career‑high 29 points last season with the Utah Mammoth.
The 2026‑27 men’s ice‑hockey schedules for the University of Michigan and Michigan State were released this week, highlighting a slate of marquee non‑conference games, a Hall of Fame Game appearance in Austin, and the ongoing recruitment battle for projected No. 1 NHL draft pick Landon DuPont.