Sharks Make Goalie Trade, Still Seeking Karlsson Deal
- The Sharks acquired goalie Mackenzie Blackwood from the New Jersey Devils but are still looking to trade star defenseman Erik Karlsson.
- Karlsson wants to play for a Cup contender and the Sharks want adequate compensation for the two-time Norris Trophy winner.
- The Sharks sent a sixth-round pick to New Jersey for Blackwood but the price for Karlsson will be higher.
- Karlsson has not submitted a specific list of teams but wants to join a playoff team with a chance to win.
- The Leafs, Kraken and Hurricanes have reached out to the Sharks about Karlsson but negotiations will come down to salary retention.