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The 27-year-old spent the 2025-26 season with both the San Jose Sharks and Washington Capitals, posting 11 points, including one goal, in 47 games.

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Washington Capitals News / Flamesnation / May 21

NHL Notebook: Capitals extend Timothy Liljegren to a two-year deal

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Washington Capitals News / Daily Faceoff / May 20

Capitals re-sign Timothy Liljegren to two-year contract extension

The Washington Capitals announced Wednesday they re-signed defenseman Timothy Liljegren to a two-year, $6.5-million contract extension that will pay him an annual average value of $3.25 million.

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Washington Capitals News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 20

Capitals Sign Timothy Liljegren To Two-Year Extension

According to a team announcement, the Washington Capitals have extended defenseman Timothy Liljegren to a two-year deal worth around $6.5MM ($3.25MM AAV), as first reported by David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period.

San Jose Sharks News / The Hockey Writers / March 8

3 Takeaways From the Sharks’ Quiet Trade Deadline

In contrast to the busy trade deadlines of recent seasons, the San Jose Sharks stayed low-key this time around. Their only move at the NHL level was to send defenseman Timothy Liljegren to the Washington Capitals in exchange for a fourth-round draft pick.

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NHL News / Daily Faceoff / March 6

Capitals acquire Timothy Liljegren from Sharks

The Washington Capitals have reportedly acquired defenseman Timothy Liljegren from the San Jose Sharks. Liljegren, 26, has one goal and 11 points while averaging 20:08 of ice time in 43 games with the Sharks this season.

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NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 6

Capitals To Acquire Timothy Liljegren

The Capitals are acquiring defenseman Timothy Liljegren from the Sharks, Chris Johnston of TSN and The Athletic reports. We’re still waiting on the return.

San Jose Sharks News / Daily Faceoff / December 20

Sharks’ Timothy Liljegren out against Kraken with upper-body injury

The San Jose Sharks will be without Timothy Liljegren for Saturday’s game against the Seattle Kraken due to an upper-body injury. Liljegren sustained the injury during the Sharks’ morning skate on Saturday ahead of the game.

San Jose Sharks News / Athlon Sports / November 1

Sharks Announce Timothy Liljegren Injury Update After Hit In the Face by Puck

Timothy Liljegren, the San Jose Sharks defenseman, left Saturday’s game against the Colorado Avalanche after being hit in the face by a puck. The incident happened when a pass from Nathan MacKinnon was deflected by a Sharks player into the bench.

San Jose Sharks News / Daily Faceoff / October 23

Timothy Liljegren to return to Sharks lineup against Rangers; Sam Dickinson to sit

San Jose Sharks head coach Ryan Warsofsky told reporters at Madison Square Garden after the team’s morning skate on Thursday that defenseman Timothy Liljegren is set to return to the team’s lineup for Thursday night’s game against the Rangers.

San Jose Sharks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 16

Sharks place Timothy Liljegren on IR

The Sharks officially placed Timothy Liljegren on injured reserve, a day after the defenseman was listed as day-to-day with an upper-body injury, according to Curtis Pashelka of the Bay Area News Group.

NHL News / Trade Talk Sports / July 8, 2025

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.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / November 1, 2024

Maple Leafs Trade of Timothy Liljegren Was Silly

The Toronto Maple Leafs traded Timothy Liljegren, which raised my eyebrows. Liljegren, a talented young defenseman with underlying solid analytics, seemed poised for a breakout season if only given the opportunity.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / October 31, 2024

Timothy Liljegren on his final days with the Leafs: ‘I wasn’t happy with how I was playing’

Former Toronto Maple Leafs defenceman Timothy Liljegren is ready to turn the page to begin life with the San Jose Sharks. A day after he was traded in exchange for defenceman Matt Benning and two draft picks, Liljegren spoke with the Sharks media over a Zoom call to reflect on the end of his time in Toronto and his new opportunity in San Jose.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / October 31, 2024

Timothy Liljegren thanks Toronto in Instagram post after trade to Sharks

Timothy Liljegren said goodbye to the City of Toronto, and the Maple Leafs organization after he was traded to the San Jose Sharks on Wednesday night. Liljegren spent seven years with the Maple Leafs organization, after being selected 17th overall in the 2017 NHL Draft.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Maple Leafs Daily / October 30, 2024

Insider Believes Maple Leafs Can Package Timothy Liljegren to Acquire Impact Player

The latest update on the situation with Timothy Liljegren of the Toronto Maple Leafs has GM Brad Treliving weighing various options to get the right return.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Hockey Unplugged / October 19, 2024

Timothy Liljegren could be on his way to the NHL's new favorite franchise

Timothy Liljegren and the Toronto Maple Leafs are currently on the outs, and it seems pretty clear that very soon, Liljegren will no longer be with the team.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Daily Faceoff / October 15, 2024

Maple Leafs are playing the slow game with defenseman Timothy Liljegren

The Toronto Maple Leafs have had three players skate on the blueline this season who make less than Timothy Liljegren. The 25-year-old Swedish defender has an AAV of $3 million until the end of 2026, but his future seems to be in doubt.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Maple Leafs Daily / October 15, 2024

Timothy Liljegren Breaks His Silence Regarding Recent Trade Rumours

Toronto Maple Leafs defender Timothy Liljegren has opened up about the potential of being traded amid rising speculation regarding his future with the team.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / October 13, 2024

Maple Leafs’ Liljegren Trade Rumors: Could the Oilers Be Interested?

A recent episode of The Hockey Writers Roundtable dove into the trade rumors surrounding Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Timothy Liljegren. With Liljegren’s

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / October 10, 2024

Report: Maple Leafs looking to trade Timothy Liljegren after being scratched on opening night

The Toronto Maple Leafs are looking to find a new destination for Timothy Liljegren after he was rendered a healthy scratch in the regular season opener against the Montreal Canadiens.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / October 5, 2024

Timothy Liljegren demotion has Maple Leafs revisiting trade talks

Moving Liljegren would be a surprising decision given his age and potential, but with the Leafs aiming for a deep playoff run, management might be willing to make a tough call.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / July 1, 2024

Timothy Liljegren never wanted to leave the Maple Leafs

When reports came in yesterday that Timothy Liljegren was going to sign a two-year extension with the Leafs, many fans were left puzzled by the team’s decision to re-up the defenceman.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 30, 2024