Sharks & Blackhawks Make Major Trade: Brossoit Heads to San Jose
The NHL trade landscape has shifted as the San Jose Sharks have acquired goaltender Mikhail Brossoit and defenseman Nolan Allan from the Chicago Blackhawks.
Trade Details
- The Sharks sent defensemen Ryan Ellis and Jake Furlong, along with a 2028 fourth-round pick, to the Blackhawks.
- In return, the Sharks received Brossoit, Allan, and a 2028 seventh-round pick.
Brossoit’s Injury-Plagued Season
Brossoit agreed to a $6.6 million, two-year contract with Chicago on July 1, 2024. But he never played for the Blackhawks.
–according to NHL.com
The 32-year-old goaltender missed the entire 2024-25 season after undergoing meniscus surgery on his right knee. He returned this offseason from hip surgery and was playing in the minors.
Brossoit’s Career Stats
Before his injury, Brossoit appeared in 23 games with Winnipeg during the 2023-24 season, boasting a 15-5-2 record, 2.00 goals-against average, and a .927 save percentage.
Throughout his career, Brossoit has compiled a 64-46-13 record with a 2.64 GAA and a .911 save percentage in 140 games. He has also played for Edmonton and Vegas.
Other Players Involved in the Trade
- Ellis, 35, has not played since 2021 and has a salary cap hit of $6.25 million through 2026-27. His contract was moved to the Blackhawks.
- Furlong, 21, has two assists in 12 games this season with the AHL’s San Jose Barracuda.
- Allan, 22, has two goals and four assists in 29 games this season with Rockford of the American Hockey League.
NHL Trade Deadline Approaching
With the trade deadline set for March 6 at 3 p.m. ET, teams have until Feb. 4 at 3 p.m. ET to make deals. Transactions are paused during the Olympics (Feb. 4 to Feb. 22).
Impact of the Trade
The Sharks gain a proven goaltender and a young defenseman while the Blackhawks aim to free up cap space and acquire draft picks. The consequences of this trade will unfold as the season progresses.
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