San Jose Sharks Avoid Restrictive Free Agency with Impromptu Deal for Defenseman Nolan Allan In a move aimed at preventing Nolan Allan from hitting the open market, the San Jose Sharks have swiftly signed the young defenseman to a two-year contract. Allan was set to become a restricted free agent without arbitration rights in the coming days, leaving the Sharks with limited leverage in negotiations. The deal will see Allan earn $850,000 at the NHL level and $300,000 at the AHL level for the duration of the contract, providing a clear path forward for the promising defenseman. By securing Allan's services ahead of schedule, the Sharks have avoided a potentially contentious situation, ensuring the 21-year-old's future with the team remains secure.

According to a team announcement, the San Jose Sharks have signed defenseman Nolan Allan to a two-year contract. Allan was projected to become a restricted free agent without arbitration rights in a few days. The first year of the deal will pay Allan $850K at the NHL level and $300K at the AHL level, as […]