The San Jose Sharks signed forward William Eklund to a three-year, $16.8 million contract extension that will start in 2026-27. The deal averages $5.6 million annually. Eklund, at 22 years old, will earn $1 million in the first year, with a signing bonus of $4.4 million, followed by $5.6 million and $5.8 million in subsequent seasons. Eklund recorded career highs in 2022-23 with 58 points, 17 goals, and 41 assists, marking his second full NHL season and establishing himself as a key player for the Sharks.
The Sharks have signed forward William Eklund to a three-year, $16.8 million contract that carries an average annual value of $5.6 million.
Eklund will be paid a $1 million salary in 2026-27 with a $4.4 million signing bonus, making $5.6 million the following season and $5.8 million in 2028-29.
Eklund set career highs this past year in points (58), goals (17) and assists (41), becoming an integral part of the Sharks' roster.
He played in his 100th NHL game on October 15 and recorded his 100th NHL point, a goal, on March 6.
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