San Jose Sharks Trade Jack Thompson to Vancouver Canucks

The San Jose Sharks recently traded defenceman Jack Thompson to the Vancouver Canucks as part of their roster adjustments for the upcoming NHL season. Thompson, a 24-year-old player from Courtice, Ontario, was initially selected 93rd overall by the Tampa Bay Lightning in the 2020 NHL Draft. He made his NHL debut with the Lightning in 2024 before being traded to the Sharks later that same year. During the 2024-25 season, Thompson played 31 games for the Sharks, contributing four goals and six assists. His performance caught the attention of the Canucks, who signed him to a one-year, two-way contract. After the trade, Thompson joined the AHL's Abbotsford Canucks, where he excelled with three goals and ten assists in just 14 games. This trade reflects the Sharks' ongoing strategy to reshape their roster as they prepare for the next NHL season.