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Bigger trade now an option after Sharks deal William Eklund for No. 9 draft pick

The San Jose Sharks have made a significant move ahead of the 2026 NHL draft, trading William Eklund for the No. 9 pick.

By · Published June 25, 2026 at 02:04 UTC · Updated July 8, 2026 at 07:16 UTC

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Source diversity sample: WKBN.com · The Hockey News · Yahoo Sports · NBC Sports Bay Area & California.

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📍 Aftermath

The San Jose Sharks traded William Eklund to Ottawa for the ninth overall draft pick. This transaction provided the Sharks with more flexibility and the option for a bigger trade ahead of the 2026 NHL draft.

Epilogue added 55d ago, after coverage quieted.

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What happened

The San Jose Sharks have traded William Eklund to the Ottawa Senators in exchange for the No. 9 pick in the 2026 NHL draft. The move is part of a series of trades that have given the Sharks more flexibility in their draft strategy. Coverage from Yahoo Sports and NBC Sports Bay Area & California emphasizes the Sharks' increased flexibility and the potential for bigger trades.

The Hockey News provides insight into the Sharks' general manager's rationale behind the trade. WKBN.com notes Eklund's previous affiliation with the Phantoms. The next steps involve watching how the Sharks utilize their new draft pick and whether they make additional trades.

Coverage does not yet specify the Senators' plans for Eklund.

Synthesized by Archynetys from the headlines below under a strict no-invention contract. ✓ fact-checked: all claims supported by sources Updated 68d ago.

Questions people are asking

Who was traded by the San Jose Sharks?

William Eklund was traded by the San Jose Sharks.

What did the San Jose Sharks receive in the trade?

The San Jose Sharks received the No. 9 pick in the 2026 NHL draft.

Which team acquired William Eklund?

The Ottawa Senators acquired William Eklund.

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NHL San Jose Sharks Ottawa Senators William Eklund 2026 NHL draft Sports Trades

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