Rising Star Askarov Traded to Sharks

The San Jose Sharks acquired promising goalie Yaroslav Askarov from the Nashville Predators in a trade on Friday.Askarov, the former first-round pick (2020), reportedly requested the trade and has signed a two-year contract with the Sharks starting in the 2025-26 season.

The Sharks hope the young goalie (22 years old) can develop into their future starter. He boasts a strong performance record in the AHL and was highly regarded entering the NHL draft. The Predators received a conditional first-round pick and prospects in return for Askarov.