San Jose Sharks: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Marc-Edouard Vlasic 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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Jan Rutta News / House of Hockey / August 14

400-Game Veteran's NHL Future in Jeopardy as He Continues to Look for New Contract

Jan Rutta has been a solid depth piece in the NHL, but with no contract being given out as of yet, the former Stanley Cup Champion's future is now in doubt.

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San Jose Sharks News / The Hockey Writers / August 14

2 Biggest Questions Facing the Sharks Heading Into the 2025-26 Season

As the San Jose Sharks prepare for the 2025-26 NHL season, much of their roster is set, but they still have some decisions to make. As always, they’ll be figuring out who fills the final few roster spots, but when it comes to the more established players, the team still offers storylines to watch.

Jeff Skinner News / The Hockey Writers / August 8

Ex-Oiler Jeff Skinner Looks to Rebound in San Jose

Jeff Skinner has had a solid NHL career, with stretches of high-end production. In 2018-19, he scored 40 goals with the Buffalo Sabres, and before and following that season, he remained a consistent offensive threat with both the Carolina Hurricanes and the Sabres.

San Jose Sharks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / August 8

1 move San Jose Sharks should’ve made in 2025 NHL offseason

The San Jose Sharks are not trying to be a competitive NHL team next season. There is no way around that fact. They have $19.7 million in cap space, according to Puckpedia, that they could have used to improve their team.

Mitchell Russell News / Inside The Rink / August 8

ECHL: Ghost Pirates Sign Chris Lipe and Mitchell Russell

Earlier today, the Savannah Ghost Pirates announced that they have signed defenseman Chris Lipe and forward Mitchell Russell for the 2025-2026 season. Chris Lipe is a 25-year-old defenseman from Rockford, Michigan, who has been with the Iowa Heartlanders since the 2022–2023 season.

San Jose Sharks News / Daily Faceoff / August 6

2025-26 NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown: San Jose Sharks’ Top 10

Welcome back. It’s time for Daily Faceoff’s third annual NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown, looking at the best all 32 teams have to offer. We’re highlighting the top 10 prospects for every franchise, their biggest strengths and weaknesses and so much more.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / August 5

The teams that should have won the Stanley Cup (but didn't)

Here are four era-specific teams that had the talent and the opportunity to win the Stanley Cup but couldn’t get over the hump.

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San Jose Sharks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / August 4

Sharks’ perfect move in 2025 NHL offseason

The San Jose Sharks missed the Stanley Cup Playoffs as expected in 2025. However, there seemed to be a shift in perception around the team. Despite their lackluster results, the skill and quality were evident on many nights.

San Jose Sharks News / The Hockey Writers / August 4

Misa & Dickinson Are Sharks’ Toughest Prospect Decisions for 2025-26

The San Jose Sharks are building one of the most anticipated prospect pools in the NHL, but great prospects come with tough decisions on how to manage them.

NHL News / Inside The Rink / August 2

ECHL: Allen Americans Re-Sign Defenseman and Forward

The Allen Americans have announced that they have re-signed 6’3″ defenseman Hudson Wilson and 5’11” forward Harrison Blaisdell. Hudson Wilson started his junior career in the CCHL with the Kanata Lasers, where he played in 19 games, registering two goals and six assists with 19 penalty minutes.

Mario Ferraro News / Blade of Steel / July 30

Dallas must act fast to grab this dependable Sharks defenseman

The San Jose Sharks are reportedly open to trading defenseman Mario Ferraro ahead of the 2025-26 season, and the Dallas Stars should be paying close attention.

San Jose Sharks News / Last Word On Sports / July 29

Top San Jose Sharks Defining Moments

Hockey, and sports in general, can be broken down into unforgettable moments. Some moments chart the course of a franchise, if not an entire league. These moments can define a team’s destiny for years to come, or be forgotten in the wind.

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San Jose Sharks News / House of Hockey / July 27

'Open to a Change of Scenery': San Jose Sharks Defenseman Likely On His Way Out of the Team

Mario Ferraro has long been a trade candidate out of San Jose, and now The Fourth Period have revealed he is open to a move at some point in the near future.

Alexandar Georgiev News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 27

Free agent profile: Alexandar Georgiev

Despite posting solid career numbers and demonstrating the ability to step up as a number one goaltender when needed, free agent Alexandar Georgiev is coming off the worst season of his career, which has made his NHL future uncertain.

San Jose Sharks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 27

Mike Grier’s drafting propelling Sharks to certain future

The San Jose Sharks have ranked dead-last in the NHL for two straight seasons. They’ve allowed the most goals-against (1,495) and scored the second-fewest goals-for (1,051) of the 2020s.

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Andrew Poturalski News / Inside The Rink / July 27

AHL: Andrew Poturalski Signs Overseas

Today, the San Jose Barracuda saw forward Andrew Poturalski sign overseas for the 2025-26 season. He will play with the Avangard Omsk of the KHL. In 59 games this season he had 73 points on 30 goals and 43 assists.

San Jose Sharks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 17

Sharks 2025 NHL free-agency grades for every signing

The San Jose Sharks were the worst team in the NHL last year. General manager Mike Grier is expecting improvement this year. With a young core of players already in place, led by Macklin Celebrini, William Eklund, and Will Smith, the team was aggressive in this 2025 NHL free-agency period.

Jeff Skinner News / Blade of Steel / July 15

Jeff Skinner Breaks Silence on Oilers' Playoff Benching Snub

Former Edmonton Oiler Jeff Skinner has finally spoken about his benching in the playoffs, and he has no ill will towards the situation, saying he gained experience.

Jack Thompson News / Daily Faceoff / July 14

Sharks re-sign Jack Thompson to one-year contract

The San Jose Sharks have agreed to terms on a new one-year, two-way contract with defenseman Jack Thompson, the club announced Monday morning. Thompson, 23, split the 2024-25 season between the Sharks and the AHL’s San Jose Barracuda.

San Jose Sharks News / Breakaway on SI / July 13

Sharks Goalie Must Become Franchise Player

The San Jose Sharks are still a work in progress. Even with the addition of eight veterans this summer. Even with burgeoning superstar Macklin Celebrini, who is expected to take a huge step in his second NHL season.

San Jose Sharks News / Breakaway on SI / July 12

Offseason Moves Just Bandage for Bleeding Sharks' Wound

The San Jose Sharks have added eight veteran names to their roster this offseason. One of the worst teams in the NHL last season, they are trying to take a step forward with their promising core.

San Jose Sharks News / NHL Rumors / July 6

NHL Rumors: San Jose Sharks, and the Top Remaining Free Agents

David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period: The San Sharks signed John Klingberg, Dmitry Orlov, and claimed Nick Leddy off waivers. A source said they were interested in Nic Hague before he was traded to the Nashville Predators, and they are one of the teams interested in Bowen Byram.