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Jakub Skarek Signs In Germany

Jakub Skarek has spent most of the past several seasons in a third- or fourth-string role between the pipes. As a result, rather than signing up for more of the same, he has decided to head overseas as Straubing of the DEL announced that they’ve signed the netminder for the upcoming season.

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Heartbreaking Details Emerge From NHL Star Claude Lemieux's Death

In late May, the hockey community lost four-time Stanley Cup champion Claude Lemieux at the age of 60. Nearly two months later, new details about his death were shared with the public.

Macklin Celebrini News / The Hockey Writers / July 18

Celebrini’s Looming Extension With the Sharks Could Shape the Pacific Division

Macklin Celebrini established himself as the brightest young star in the NHL after a fantastic 2025-26 season, in which he broke the San Jose Sharks’ single-season

Claude Lemieux News / NHLFanCentral / July 17

Remembering Claude Lemieux: The playoff hero,and the four-time Stanley Cup champion

When hockey fans heard that Claude Lemieux passed away at the age of 60, many people remembered the two sides of his career. Other teams hated playing against him because he liked to annoy opponents and play hard.

Macklin Celebrini News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"

The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The 'Most NHL goals all-time' quiz

Mike Grier News / Daily Faceoff / July 17

Sharks hire Jeff Kealty as assistant GM

General manager Mike Grier has a new right-hand man with the San Jose Sharks. On Friday, the Sharks announced that they have hired Jeff Kealty as an assistant GM.

NHL News / Yardbarker

The most underrated player for every NHL franchise

The best player in Washington Capitals history? Alex Ovechkin. The best Red Wing? Gordie Howe or Steve Yzerman…or maybe Nicklas Lidstrom. Some NHL franchises have a clear best player, while others have the proverbial Mount Rushmore of potential choices.

San Jose Sharks News / The Hockey Writers / July 16

The Sharks’ 2026-27 Schedule Brings Expectations They Haven’t Faced in Years

For the better part of a decade, the San Jose Sharks entered each season with a familiar sense of low stakes. The rebuild years asked for patience, not results, and the schedule release was little more than a formality.

Macklin Celebrini News / NHLFanCentral / July 16

Macklin Celebrini’s First Reaction to EA Sports NHL 27 Cover Reveal Says It All: “Wow”

Macklin Celebrini went on to become the cover athlete for EA Sports’ NHL 27, and it needed only one word to sum it up. The San Jose Sharks center was revealed as the new face of the video game franchise on Tuesday.

San Jose Sharks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 16

Will Macklin Celebrini take a pay cut on next contract with Sharks?

Macklin Celebrini is already eligible to sign a contract extension with the San Jose Sharks, and he could become the NHL’s highest-paid player on his next contract — but the young superstar isn’t ruling out taking less if it helps the team win.

Macklin Celebrini News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 16

Could Macklin Celebrini Take A Pay Cut On His Next Contract?

Macklin Celebrini has already cemented himself as an NHL star and with that, he is now weighing the options of how his next contract will look, according to Greg Wyshynski of ESPN.

San Jose Sharks News / The Hockey Writers / July 16

Sharks’ Stenberg Will Outperform Past SHL Standouts in Rookie Season

Ivar Stenberg is coming off the fifth best point total for an 18-year-old in SHL history. Only Daniel Sedin (1998-99), Markus Naslund (1991-92), Tomas Sandstrom (1982-83) and Henrik Sedin (1998-99) have fared better than the newest Sharks lottery pick.

San Jose Sharks News / Athlon Sports / July 15

Sharks' Macklin Celebrini Addresses Possible Hometown Discount Before 3rd NHL Season

San Jose Sharks center Macklin Celebrini is entering the final season of his three-year, $2.93 million entry-level contract with the franchise after one of the best sophomore campaigns in recent NHL history.

Macklin Celebrini News / Trade Talk Sports / July 15

Macklin Celebrini willing to take discount on Sharks extension

Macklin Celebrini is not just the best young player in the NHL, but already one of the best players in the world. His first two seasons with the San Jose Sharks have been nothing short of spectacular, and with the salary cap rising and a new contract soon needed, many believe he will become the highest-paid player in hockey.

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 13

Sharks sign former Rangers defenseman to one-year, two-way contract

Looking to add depth on the back end, the San Jose Sharks signed defenseman Libor Hajek to a one-year, two-way contract for the 2026-27 season, general manager Mike Grier announced Wednesday.

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The 'FIFA World Cup champions' quiz

The 'Rushing TD leaders by NFL team' quiz

The 'MLB All-Star Game MVPs' quiz

The 'MLB Home Run Derby winners' quiz

NHL News / Yardbarker / July 5

Sharks GM takes shot at Maple Leafs over Mitch Marner

Sharks GM Mike Grier takes shot at Maple Leafs over Mitch Marner

Everyone knows that standing out for a major Canadian NHL franchise comes with added weight and pressure. Not every player can handle it, and that is exactly what San Jose Sharks general manager Mike Grier referred to in recent comments, taking a shot at the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Maple Leafs GM John Chayka open to more 'difference-maker' trades

NHL insider believes Maple Leafs will trade Morgan Rielly

Predators' new acquisition Mavrik Bourque gets six-year deal

Flyers' offer sheet for Leo Carlsson is one of NHL's boldest moves in years

NHL teams are finally realizing offer sheets are a viable strategy

Three captivating NHL unrestricted free agents available on the market

Michael Kesselring News / Field Level Media / June 29

Reports: Sharks sign Michael Kesselring to three-year, $13.5 million contract

The San Jose Sharks signed defenseman Michael Kesselring to a three-year, $13.5 million deal Monday that prevented him from a becoming a restricted free agent and has an average annual value of $4.5 million, according to NHL.com.

San Jose Sharks News / Draft Nation / June 25

2026 NHL Draft Needs: San Jose Sharks

The San Jose Sharks remain one of the NHL's youngest teams, but there is finally a sense of optimism surrounding the franchise. After several difficult seasons near the bottom of the standings, General Manager Mike Grier has assembled one of the league's strongest prospect pools.

NHL News / Yardbarker / June 24

Latest moves show Capitals still believe title window is open

Jordan Kyrou, Alex Tuch moves show Capitals still believe title window is open

The Washington Capitals are not messing around this offseason, and they are making it very clear that they still see themselves as Stanley Cup contenders in the very near future.

Capitals deal Connor McMichael, 16th pick to Blues for Jordan Kyrou

Making sense of the NHL trade landscape after a seismic Tuesday

Have the Senators found their replacement for Brady Tkachuk in William Eklund?

The 'Active 40-goal NHL seasons' quiz

San Jose Sharks News / NHL Trade Talk / June 23

Sharks Receiving 'Legitimate Offers' In Competitive Trade Talks Involving Second Overall Pick

The San Jose Sharks are in a position where the second overall pick in the NHL Draft will help them if they use it, but it could also be used in trade talks for a player that might help them much sooner.

NHL News / Yardbarker / June 25