San Jose Sharks: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

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.

Filip Zadina News / Blade of Steel / July 15

Former Sixth Overall Pick Signs Overseas After Rejection from Two Canadian Teams

Filip Zadina showed promise early in his run in the NHL, but after departing for Europe a year ago, he has now signed a new deal to remain in Switzerland.

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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.

NHL News / House of Hockey / July 14

Ryan Reaves Re-Ignites Longtime Evander Kane Rivalry With Fiery Comments: 'It's Real'

Ryan Reaves has been all over the media since his trade from the Toronto Maple Leafs to the San Jose Sharks, and has now taken aim at rival Evander Kane, newly of the Vancouver Canucks.

Ryan Reaves News / House of Hockey / July 13

Leafs Fans Call Out Ryan Reaves After His Controversial Post-Trade Media Tour

Ryan Reaves was traded to the San Jose Sharks, and now, Maple Leafs fans have called him out for the comments he's made and the media tour he's doing. The Toronto Maple Leafs traded Mitch Marner to the Vegas Golden Knights this season, and then a series of events and comments from Ryan Reaves led them to move the veteran to the San Jose Sharks.

San Jose Sharks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 13

Sharks Notes: Offseason Plans, Thrun, Dickinson, Leddy

The San Jose Sharks have had yet another massively productive off-season. They’ve reeled in a special talent in second-overall pick Michael Misa, then turned around to find multiple legitimate lineup additions through the acquisition of Alex Nedeljkovic via trade, and John Klingberg, Dmitry Orlov, and Jeff Skinner via free agent contracts.

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.

Ryan Reaves News / House of Hockey / July 12

Ryan Reaves Makes Fiery First Comments as a Member of the San Jose Sharks

Ryan Reaves is the newest member of the San Jose Sharks, and in his first interview after joining the team, he opens up on his new role with his new team.

Jeff Skinner News / NHL Trade Talk / July 12

Sharks Make Bet on Jeff Skinner and Another Former Oiler

The San Jose Sharks made a pair of savvy offseason moves by signing Jeff Skinner and John Klingberg to low-risk, short-term deals. Skinner has signed as an unrestricted free agent, inking a one-year deal with the Sharks for $3 million.

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.

Ryan Reaves News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 11

Grading Ryan Reaves trade between Maple Leafs, Sharks

The Toronto Maple Leafs traded Ryan Reaves to the San Jose Sharks on Thursday, in exchange for Henry Thrun. Reaves is 38 years old, and has played over 900 NHL games across 15 years.

San Jose Sharks News / House of Hockey / July 11

Sharks GM Mike Grier Addresses Controversial Nick Leddy Waiver Claim After Blocked Trade Report

San Jose Sharks GM Mike Grier talked about the addition of defenseman Nick Leddy, who they claimed off waivers and who he said is happy to be in San Jose.

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NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 11

Sharks add ex-Oilers forward on 1-year contract

The San Jose Sharks and their fans are tired of losing. A two-year stay in the NHL basement will make anyone go mad. One can only trust the process for so long.

Jeff Skinner News / Inside The Rink / July 11

San Jose Sharks Sign Jeff Skinner

The San Jose Sharks entered this offseason with money to spend, and today they signed forward Jeff Skinner to a one-year deal with a $3 million AAV. Skinner, this season in 72 games with the Edmonton Oilers, recorded 29 points on 16 goals and 13 assists.

Henry Thrun News / The Hockey Writers / July 11

Grading Maple Leafs’ Trade for Sharks’ Henry Thrun

The Toronto Maple Leafs and San Jose Sharks swung a trade on Thursday (Jul. 10) as the Sharks were able to clear a defender, while the Maple Leafs moved out someone they weren’t using in their lineup.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / July 11

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Jakub Skarek News / Inside The Rink / July 10

AHL: Long Tenured Bridgeport Goalie Signs With San Jose

The San Jose Sharks today signed goalie Jakub Skarek to a one-year, two-way NHL contract. Skarek originally signed overseas with HIFK of Liiga back in May and returns to North American hockey.

Jakub Skarek News / Daily Faceoff / July 10

Sharks sign Jakub Skarek to one-year contract

On Thursday, San Jose Sharks general manager Mike Grier announced that the team has signed goaltender Jakub Skarek to a one-year contract. The deal carries a cap hit of $775,000 through the 2025-26 season.

San Jose Sharks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 9

Grading Sharks’ 2025 NHL Draft class

The 2025 NHL Draft is in the books, and there was a flurry of activity surrounding the big event. The San Jose Sharks have been rebuilding for several years, and they look like they are finally turning the corner after the 2025 NHL Draft.

San Jose Sharks News / The Hockey Writers / July 9

Sharks Still Need to Solve Their Right-Shot Defenseman Problem

Now that the initial frenzy of NHL free agency has ended, teams are taking the next step of looking at their rosters and finding supplemental moves to make.

Timothy Liljegren News / Trade Talk Sports / July 8

Former Maple Leafs D-Man Timothy Liljegren on the Trade Block

It didn’t take long for Timothy Liljegren’s fresh start in San Jose to lose acceleration. Less than a year after being traded by the Maple Leafs, Liljegren is reportedly back on the block.

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.