San Jose Sharks Trade for Top Goalie Prospect Yaroslav Askarov
Nashville Predators' GM Barry Trotz moves quickly after Askarov's public trade request accelerates timeline.
- Sharks acquire Askarov, a 22-year-old goalie known for his athleticism and positioning.
- Predators receive a first-round pick, forward prospect David Edstrom, and goalie Magnus Chrona.
- Askarov signed a two-year extension with the Sharks following the trade.
- Nashville bolsters their draft capital and forward pipeline with the deal.
- Askarov expected to compete for NHL minutes with San Jose's current goalies.