Sharks general manager Mike Grier met with William Eklund's agent, Todd Diamond, at the NHL Scouting Combine to discuss Eklund's upcoming contract extension. Eklund, a promising forward with a career-high 58-point season, is currently under an entry-level contract but is eligible for an extension starting July 1. Both sides showed eagerness to finalize an agreement before the season begins. Eklund's satisfaction with the Sharks and progress in recovering from injury strengthens the prospects for a deal.
It's San Jose Hockey Now's understanding that Eklund's contract situation was discussed. The 2021 No. 7 pick, coming off a career-high 58-point campaign, has another year left on his entry-level contract.
While the parameters of a potential extension aren't clear, it's something that both sides want. The Sharks and Eklund have the option of putting off an extension until next summer, but this is a good sign of the two sides' commitment to each other.
William is happy in San Jose and excited for the future of the club, said Eklund's agent Todd Diamond. He got his cast off yesterday and is able to slowly start training for the 2025-26 season.
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