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Marc-Edouard Vlasic was released by the San Jose Sharks earlier this off-season, and now he's ripped them despite playing over 1,300 games with the organization.

San Jose Sharks News / Dose.ca / September 9

Marc-Édouard Vlasic was fed up with the Sharks’ losing culture

Marc-Édouard Vlasic had a rather difficult 2024-2025 season with just 3 points, including a goal, in 27 games. He was overlooked more often than not before seeing his contract bought out by the Sharks after the end of the campaign.

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The 20 greatest nicknames in NHL history

Sometimes, your given name just isn't enough. Hockey has had some great nicknames over the years, from ones that are simple and fitting ("The Great One"), to some that are just a perfect play on a player's actual name ("Pickles").

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San Jose Sharks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 4

Assessing options for Marc-Edouard Vlasic

There was a time, a decade ago, when former San Jose Sharks defenseman Marc-Édouard Vlasic was considered the most reliable and underpaid player in the NHL.

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The 20 NHL players under the most pressure for the 2025-26 season

Every NHL player faces some degree of pressure. Even Aleksander Barkov, who has captained the Florida Panthers to back-to-back titles. However, some players certainly face more pressure than most, and of course inherently some players are facing the most pressure.

San Jose Sharks News / Last Word On Sports / August 20

NHL Rumours: Former San Jose Sharks D-Man Wants to Keep Playing

It’s time for another edition of NHL rumours. We’re in the dog days of summer, but there’s plenty going on in the hockey world. General managers usually take the spotlight in the summer months as they try to bolster their respective rosters.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / August 19

Marc-Edouard Vlasic Not Thinking Retirement Following Buyout

Dan Kingerski of Pittsburgh Hockey Now: Mid-August to late September is usually a time of very little trading, but could this be the year where some action might occur?

Vancouver Canucks News / Hockey Latest / August 18

Vancouver Canucks Eyeing Shocking PTO Deal With Angry Veteran Defenseman: Report

The latest report from Heavy.com reveals the Canucks could be considering a move that would see longtime veteran Marc-Edouard Vlasic offered a PTO. The Vancouver Canucks could have an intriguing chance to add experience to the blue line and also give a veteran defenseman an opportunity to exact revenge on his former team.

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / August 16

Is a 19-Year NHL Veteran Headed to Oilers on a PTO?

With NHL training camps just weeks away, unsigned veterans are starting to weigh their options as they try to land a job for the 2025-26 season. One of the most intriguing names still on the market — that some didn’t know was still looking to play — is longtime San Jose Sharks defenseman Marc-Edouard Vlasic.

San Jose Sharks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 15

Veteran defenseman Marc-Edouard Vlasic comments on playing future

With training camps now around a month away, there should start to be an uptick in signings relatively soon as veterans look to find places to play for the upcoming season.

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San Jose Sharks News / Field Level Media / June 26

Sharks waive D Marc-Edouard Vlasic after 19 seasons

The San Jose Sharks placed defenseman Marc-Edouard Vlasic on waivers Thursday after 19 seasons with the team. The team said the purpose of the move is to buy out the final year of the 38-year-old veteran's contract.

San Jose Sharks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 26

Sharks planning to buyout longest tenured player

The San Jose Sharks had the worst record in the National Hockey League in 2024-25. Even with a solid season from number one overall pick Macklin Celebrini, they did not come close to the postseason.

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San Jose Sharks News / The Hockey Writers / June 26

Sharks Place Marc-Edouard Vlasic on Waivers for Purpose of Buyout

The San Jose Sharks have placed long-time defenceman Marc-Edouard Vlasic on unconditional waivers for purpose of buying out the 38-year-old who is heading into the final year of an eight-year contract.

San Jose Sharks News / Daily Faceoff / June 26

Sharks place Marc-Edouard Vlasic on waivers for buyout purposes

The San Jose Sharks are cutting ties with longtime blue-lner Marc-Edouard Vlasic. On Thursday, Daily Faceoff’s Frank Seravalli reported that the Sharks have placed Vlasic on waivers, the first step to buying out the final year of his current contract.

San Jose Sharks News / House of Hockey / June 6

1300-Game NHL Veteran Listed as Top Possibility to be Bought Out This Offseason

Marc-Edouard Vlasic has been with the San Jose Sharks since 2006, but now, a top source has noted him as one of many buy-out candidates for the off-season.

San Jose Sharks News / The Hockey Writers / April 13

Sharks’ Masterton Nominee Vlasic Showing He Still Has a Role on the Team

San Jose Sharks defenseman Marc-Edouard Vlasic has undergone many changes in his career. Over time, he went from a promising young blueliner to a top-pair defenseman to one of the NHL’s most overpriced players.

San Jose Sharks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 29

Sharks recall veteran defenseman Jimmy Schuldt

Veteran defenseman Jimmy Schuldt is getting another look with the Sharks. The team announced (Twitter link) that they’ve recalled Schuldt from AHL San Jose; it’s his fourth recall of the month.

San Jose Sharks News / Daily Faceoff / March 20

Sharks’ Marc-Edouard Vlasic to miss game against Hurricanes with upper-body injury

San Jose Sharks veteran rearguard Marc-Edouard Vlasic will miss Thursday’s game versus the Carolina Hurricanes following an upper-body injury. Vlasic has tallied two points in just 17 games this season.

San Jose Sharks News / San Jose Hockey Now / March 6

Vlasic Talks Shot Block Record, Strategy & Most Memorable Blocks

BUFFALO — Naturally, after Marc-Edouard Vlasic set the all-time blocked shots record, he walked to the bus with an ice pack. On Tuesday, early in the San Jose Sharks’ 6-2 victory at the Buffalo Sabres, the 37-year-old blocked his 2,165th shot, a Jack Quinn bid, setting a new NHL record, last held by Mark Giordano.

San Jose Sharks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 5

Sharks’ Marc-Edouard Vlasic sets painful NHL record

San Jose Sharks defenseman Marc-Edouard Vlasic has been in the league for 19 seasons and has solidified himself as one of the best shot blockers in the sport.

San Jose Sharks News / ESPN / March 4

Vlasic breaks NHL career shot-blocking record

Marc-Edouard Vlasic third blocked shot Tuesday night against the Buffalo Sabres was No. 2,165 for his career.

San Jose Sharks News / San Jose Hockey Now / January 16

Vlasic Urges NHL To Establish New Award for Defensemen, Recalls Remarkable Rookie Season

Marc-Edouard Vlasic has been with the San Jose Sharks for so long, it’s easy to forget how remarkable his rookie season was. In 2006-07, a 19-year-old Vlasic stepped into a Stanley Cup-contending Sharks’ line-up and was an immediate top-four defenseman.