San Jose Sharks: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

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.

Andrew Poturalski News / House of Hockey / July 28

Reigning AHL MVP Unexpectedly Breaks Contract With San Jose and Walks Away From NHL

The reigning AHL MVP and Sharks player, Andrew Poturalski, has decided to leave the NHL completely and head overseas to sign with the KHL's Avangard Omsk.

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.

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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 / The Hockey Writers / July 26

Sharks Need To Figure Out Roles and Rotations For Their Forwards

Earlier this month, I looked at the San Jose Sharks’ weak defensive group and the issues that could arise on their blue line this season. While the front office and coaching staff have a lot of work to do to build up the defense, they face the opposite problem with their forwards.

NHL News / Field Level Media / July 25

Avalanche trade F Oskar Olausson to Sharks for F Danil Gushchin

The Avalanche and Sharks traded forwards, with Danil Gushchin headed to Colorado in exchange for fellow forward Oskar Olausson. Russian native Gushchin notched two goals and five points in 18 games from 2023-2025 with the Sharks, who drafted him in the third round of the 2020 NHL Draft.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 25

Sharks, Avalanche swap forwards in trade

According to a team announcement from the San Jose Sharks, the Sharks have traded forward Daniil Gushchin to the Colorado Avalanche for forward Oskar Olausson.

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San Jose Sharks News / Hockey Latest / July 22

NHL Analyst Links Top-Four Sharks Defenseman to Two Canadian Teams

NHL analyst Michael DeRosa has linked top-four defenseman Mario Ferraro of the San Jose Sharks to the Winnipeg Jets and Calgary Flames. The San Jose Sharks have done some big blue line overhauls in the offseason, picking up Nick Leddy, John Klingberg, and Dmitry Orlov.

Ryan Reaves News / Daily Faceoff / July 22

Sharks’ Ryan Reaves explains why he only fought once with Maple Leafs in 2024-25

Nearly two weeks since Ryan Reaves was traded to the San Jose Sharks, the former Toronto Maple Leafs pugilist sat down with Nick Alberga and Jay Rosehill on The Leafs Nation to discuss his time in Toronto, including why he only dropped the gloves once in 35 regular-season games in 2024-25.

San Jose Sharks News / The Hockey Writers / July 19

Sharks Have Reasons for Optimism & Pessimism Heading Into 2025-26

As the 2025-26 NHL season approaches, the San Jose Sharks appear to have mostly formed the shape of their roster. Now they can make the pivot to evaluating their group and preparing for the season with the players they have.

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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.

Dmitry Orlov News / Blade of Steel / July 17

Dmitry Orlov Calls Out Hurricanes for Misusing Him: I Just Needed to Get Away'

Dmitry Orlov landed with the San Jose Sharks in free agency, and now he's blasted the Carolina Hurricanes for his role over the past few seasons. Over

Joe Thornton News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 16

Former NHL MVP joining Sharks coaching staff

Veteran center Joe Thornton has officially returned to the San Jose Sharks as their new player development coach and hockey operations advisor. The announcement on Tuesday marks an emotional homecoming for one of the most iconic players in Sharks franchise history.

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.

Joe Thornton News / Daily Faceoff / July 15

Sharks hire Joe Thornton as player development coach, hockey operations advisor

The man with the big beard is back in the game. On Tuesday, San Jose Sharks general manager announced that the team has hired former NHLer Joe Thornton as a player development coach and hockey operations advisor.

Jeff Skinner News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 15

Jeff Skinner sounds off on signing with Sharks

The San Jose Sharks have made a ton of moves in NHL Free Agency to this point. In fact, they’ve completely changed the foundation of their team. One of the more intriguing signings came Friday when San Jose signed veteran forward Jeff Skinner to a one-year contract.

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.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / July 11

Breaking down the latest Maple Leafs news, rumors

The Toronto Maple Leafs continue to reshape their roster as the offseason unfolds.

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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.

San Jose Sharks News / NHL Rumors / July 9

San Jose Sharks have some defenseman available, looking for scoring help

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.