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Young Sharks continue push for playoffs vs. Blues

The San Jose Sharks continue their push to jump into a playoff position when they play host to the St. Louis Blues on Friday. The Sharks sit three points back of the Seattle Kraken for the Western Conference's second wild-card position, with a pair of games in hand.

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Kiefer Sherwood, Sharks grades for $28.75 million contract extension

The San Jose Sharks decided against flipping Kiefer Sherwood at the trade deadline, instead opting to sign him to a five-year contract extension. The Vancouver Canucks traded Sherwood to the Sharks earlier this season for two second-round picks and Cole Clayton, but San Jose didn’t rule out flipping him if they couldn’t agree to an extension.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 5

Canucks Acquire Jack Thompson From Sharks

The Canucks announced the acquisition of right-shot defenseman Jack Thompson from the Sharks in exchange for minor-league defender Jett Woo. Thompson was also in the minors at the time of the deal, so the trade doesn’t affect either club’s active roster.

Michael Misa News / The Hockey Writers / March 5

Sharks’ Michael Misa Finding His Footing in the NHL

The San Jose Sharks have relied on young players to great effect throughout their surprisingly good 2025-26 season, with youth making an impact up and down the lineup.

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San Jose Sharks News / Last Word On Sports / March 4

San Jose Sharks Sign Gritty Forward To Big Extension

The San Jose Sharks signed Kiefer Sherwood to a long-term contract extension on Wednesday. The contract comes at $5.75 million annual average value for the next five years.

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The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

Kiefer Sherwood News / Field Level Media / March 4

Kiefer Sherwood signs 5-year, $28.75M extension with Sharks

The San Jose Sharks signed forward Kiefer Sherwood to a five-year contract extension valued at $28.75 million on Wednesday. The Sharks acquired Sherwood in a Jan.

Kiefer Sherwood News / The Hockey Writers / March 4

Sharks Sign Sherwood to Five-Year Extension

The San Jose Sharks have announced that they have signed forward Kiefer Sherwood to a five-year extension worth $28.75 million. This deal comes amid speculation that he could have been moved ahead of the March 6 NHL Trade Deadline.

Kiefer Sherwood News / Daily Faceoff / March 4

Report: Sharks re-sign Kiefer Sherwood to five-year contract extension

One notable acquisition the San Jose Sharks have made is going to be sticking around the Bay Area for some time. According to multiple reports, the San Jose Sharks have re-signed forward Kiefer Sherwood to a five-year contract extension.

Kiefer Sherwood News / NHL Trade Talk / March 4

Sharks Pivot on Trading Kiefer Sherwood, Sign Forward Instead

According to NHL insider Frank Seravalli, the San Jose Sharks have signed forward Kiefer Sherwood to a new contract extension. The deal is for five years at $5.75 million, with a signing bonus for the first four years and trade protection.

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San Jose Sharks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 4

Sharks sign Kiefer Sherwood to five-year extension

Kiefer Sherwood has gone from a potential trade candidate to a top-nine cornerstone.

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Alex Young News / Inside The Rink / March 4

ECHL: Alex Young Named Player of the Week | 02/23-03/01/2026

The ECHL announced that Alex Young of the Atlanta Gladiators has been named the Inglasco ECHL Player of the Week for Feb. 23–March 1, recognizing one of the most productive stretches of his professional career.

NHL News / The Sick Podcast / March 3

The Habs’ California Road Trip Starts Tonight Against the Sharks

The Montreal Canadiens (33-17-9) start their yearly California road trip tonight when they take on the San Jose Sharks (29-25-4) at 10:00 pm ET. Both teams have looked good since returning from the Olympic break.

San Jose Sharks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 3

1 player Sharks must trade before 2026 NHL Trade Deadline

The San Jose Sharks have shown some promise this season. A lot of their successes in 2025-26 have come on the back of Macklin Celebrini. Celebrini is one of the best players in the NHL at this time.

Cole Moberg News / Inside The Rink / March 2

ECHL: Cole Moberg Returns to Florida After Overseas Stint

The Florida Everblades are bringing back a familiar presence on the blue line, and this time, he returns with international experience added to his résumé.

San Jose Sharks News / Daily Faceoff / March 2

Sharks showing so much potential ahead of playoff push

The San Jose Sharks are officially ahead of schedule in their rebuild. They’ve gone from having the worst record in the league by nine points a year ago to right in the thick of the playoff race this season, currently sitting just a few points out of a wild card spot with a 29-25-4 record.

San Jose Sharks News / Last Word On Sports / February 28

NHL Rumours: San Jose Sharks Defence Trade Deadline Plans

It’s time for some more NHL rumours. We’re under a week away from the trade deadline. This means we’re hearing plenty of chatter until the big day arrives.

Macklin Celebrini News / Breakaway on SI / February 26

Macklin Celebrini Bringing Olympic Mindset Back to Sharks

Macklin Celebrini faced a swarm of cameras in the San Jose Sharks locker room after returning from the 2026 Winter Olympics. But, beneath the excitement for Team Canada's silver medal win was something else.

San Jose Sharks News / The Hockey Writers / February 25

Sharks Are Preparing for Their First Stretch Run in Years

With the 2026 Winter Olympics concluded, the San Jose Sharks are just about ready to get their season back underway, and they’re about to take on a new experience for the home stretch.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / February 25

Do the Sharks need to make the playoffs for Macklin Celebrini to win the Hart?

Playing for Team Canada at the Winter Olympics, San Jose Sharks center Macklin Celebrini took the hockey world by storm. Celebrini was both productive and effective alongside Connor McDavid on Canada’s first line, and his Olympic performance cemented his ascension to the elite echelons of NHL players that he’s been working on all year.