US EditionSharks Sign Winger to New Deal, but Bigger Future Contract Likely Awaits
- On Tuesday, the San Jose Sharks signed forward William Eklund to a three-year, $16.8 million extension starting in 2026-27 with an AAV of $5.6 million.
- The Sharks chose a bridge deal as the NHL cap, at $88 million this season, is expected to surpass $110 million, delaying Eklund's major payday.
- Eklund posted career highs with 58 points, 17 goals, and 41 assists, with GM Grier praising his consistent effort and development.
- Despite the extension, the Sharks still have tens of millions in cap space and roster gaps after finishing last, as veteran Colin White signs a one-year, $775,000 deal.
- Beyond the bridge deal, Eklund remains a restricted free agent in summer 2029 with salaries rising to $5.8 million by 2028-29.
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William Eklund, 22, will remain in California. The 22-year-old has signed a new three-year deal with San Jose. For that, he will receive 160 million kronor.
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East Bay TimesSan Jose Sharks sign William Eklund to three-year contract extension
SAN JOSE — The San Jose Sharks got a significant piece of business done on Tuesday, and it had nothing to do with free agency. The Sharks have signed forward William Eklund to a three-year, $16.8 million contract that carries an average annual value of $5.6 million. The deal is set to begin in 2026-27 after Eklund’s current entry-level contract expires. Tuesday was the first day that the Sharks could sign Eklund, 22, to a contract extension. Ekl…
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Sharks sign Eklund to three-year deal, but a bigger payday could await
San Jose Sharks get major piece of business done as William Eklund signs for three more years
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