In a surprise move, the San Jose Sharks have shaken up their roster by trading young forward William Eklund to the Ottawa Senators. The Sharks have received a significant haul in return, adding a third first-round pick in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft to their prospect pool. This trade marks a significant shift in the Sharks' rebuilding strategy, as they continue to prioritize accumulating draft capital in an effort to build a more competitive team for the future. With this move, the Sharks have further diminished their current roster, but have strengthened their hand for the draft and potentially set themselves up for long-term success.

Sharks trade William Eklund to Senators, add third 2026 first-round draft pick  NBC Sports Bay Area & California