Sharks Trade Walman to Oilers for Draft Pick, Berglund
SAN JOSE, Calif. — Teh San Jose Sharks have traded defenseman Jake Walman to the Edmonton Oilers in exchange for forward Carl Berglund and a conditional first-round draft pick in 2026, General Manager Mike Grier announced Tuesday. The move aims to bolster San Jose’s future draft prospects while adding depth to their forward roster.
Conditional Draft Pick Details
The 2026 first-round draft pick comes with the following conditions:
- It is top 12 protected. If the pick falls within the top 12, Edmonton has the option to transfer their 2027 first-round pick to San Jose instead.
- If Edmonton trades their 2027 first-round pick before the 2026 NHL trade deadline, the 2026 first-round pick automatically transfers to San Jose, without any conditions.
Berglund Joins Sharks Association
Carl Berglund, 25, has been playing for the Bakersfield Condors in the American Hockey League (AHL). In 45 games this season, he has recorded 12 points (two goals, 10 assists) and eight penalty minutes. Over his AHL career, spanning 63 games between 2022 and 2025, berglund has accumulated 16 points (three goals, 13 assists).
During the 2023-24 season, berglund also played 51 games with the Fort wayne Komets in the ECHL, where he tallied 42 points (12 goals, 30 assists).
Prior to turning pro, the six-foot-two, 207-pound native of Hammaro, Sweden, played college hockey at UMass Lowell from 2019 to 2023. He captained the team in the 2022-23 season, posting 27 points (12 goals, 15 assists) in 36 games.
Berglund originally signed a two-year entry-level contract with the Edmonton Oilers on March 22, 2023.
Walman’s Impact with the Sharks
Jake Walman, 29, played 50 games for San Jose this season, recording 32 points (six goals, 26 assists). He led Sharks defensemen in points and shots (125), tied for first in goals, and tied for third on the team in assists. This season marked career highs for Walman in both assists and points, with an average ice time of 23:11.
Walman reached the 20-assist mark in just 31 games with the Sharks, making him the fastest defenseman in franchise history to achieve this milestone.
Walman’s NHL Career
Throughout his NHL career, Walman has played in 252 games, scoring 83 points (31 goals, 52 assists) with the St. Louis Blues, Detroit Red Wings, and San Jose Sharks. The Sharks acquired Walman from Detroit on June 25, 2024, along with a second-round pick in the 2024 NHL Draft, in exchange for future considerations.
How does the conditional nature of the first-round draft pick protect the Edmonton oilers from giving up a valuable asset?
sharks Trade Walman to Oilers: Q&A
This Q&A section clarifies the details of the San Jose Sharks’ trade with the Edmonton Oilers.
Q&A
- who did the Sharks trade?
- Defenseman Jake Walman.
- What did the Sharks get in return?
- Forward Carl Berglund and a conditional first-round draft pick in 2026.
- what are the conditions on the draft pick?
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- It’s top-12 protected. If the pick falls within the top 12, Edmonton can transfer their 2027 first-round pick rather.
- If Edmonton trades their 2027 first-round pick before the 2026 NHL trade deadline, the 2026 pick automatically transfers to San Jose without conditions.
- Who is Carl Berglund?
- A 25-year-old forward who has been playing in the AHL for the Bakersfield Condors. He previously played college hockey at UMass Lowell and signed an entry-level contract with the Oilers in 2023.
- What kind of player is Walman?
- Walman is a 29-year-old defenseman. He led Sharks defensemen in points and shots this season and was acquired from the Detroit Red Wings in June 2024.
- Why did the Sharks make this trade?
- To bolster future draft prospects and add depth to their forward roster. this is part of a longer-term strategy.
- What’s the potential impact on the Oilers?
- Walman could provide a boost to the Oilers’ defense, especially in terms of points and offensive contributions from the blue line.This is a win-now move for the Oilers.
- What’s next?
- Keep an eye on how Berglund performs with the Sharks and monitor the Oilers’ draft pick situation.
This trade highlights the ongoing strategic moves in the NHL; Follow the Sharks’ moves to see how they will build for the future!
