The San Jose Sharks have signed forward Ethan Cardwell to a one-year, two-way contract extension. Cardwell, 23, has spent the last two seasons with the Sharks' AHL affiliate, the San Jose Barracuda, while also appearing in 13 games for the Sharks. A fourth-round pick in the 2021 NHL Draft, he's accumulated 15 points in 24 games for the Barracuda this past season and has tallied two goals in the NHL. General manager Mike Grier is active this offseason, focusing on building a young core around superstar Macklin Celebrini.

By the Numbers
  • Cardwell has 15 points in 24 games with the Barracuda this season.
  • He has scored 2 goals in 13 NHL appearances over the last two years.
State of Play
  • San Jose has two top-10 picks in the upcoming draft, including No. 2 and No. 9.
  • Grier traded winger William Eklund for the No. 9 overall pick and acquired defenseman Michael Kesselring from the Buffalo Sabres.
What's Next

The Sharks will look to maximize their two top-10 draft picks to further enhance their roster. Additionally, Grier is expected to continue making moves to develop a competitive young lineup in anticipation of next season.

Bottom Line

Retaining Cardwell solidifies the Sharks鈥� depth while they continue to reshape their roster. The focus on building a young core indicates a strategic shift for the franchise, aiming for future competitiveness.