Sharks Acquire Goaltender Laurent Brossoit in Trade with Blackhawks

On January 8, 2026, the San Jose Sharks completed a trade with the Chicago Blackhawks, acquiring goaltender Laurent Brossoit, defenseman Nolan Allan, and a 2028 seventh-round pick. In exchange, the Blackhawks received defenseman Ryan Ellis, defenseman Jake Furlong, and a 2028 fourth-round pick. This trade marks a significant move for both teams as they navigate their respective roster strategies.

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Laurent Brossoit, 32, has had a tumultuous injury history, missing the entire 2024-25 season due to knee surgery and subsequently undergoing hip surgery. He recently returned to play six games for the Rockford IceHogs in the AHL, posting a 3-3-0 record with a 3.38 goals-against average and a .901 save percentage. Brossoit, who signed a two-year, $6.6 million contract with the Blackhawks in July 2024, never played an NHL game for Chicago. His career statistics include a 64-46-13 record, a 2.64 goals-against average, and a .911 save percentage across 140 NHL games with teams including the Edmonton Oilers, Winnipeg Jets, and Vegas Golden Knights.

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Nolan Allan, a 22-year-old defenseman, was a first-round pick (32nd overall) in the 2021 NHL Draft. He has played 43 NHL games, scoring one goal and seven assists, and has spent the current season with the IceHogs, where he has recorded two goals and four assists in 29 games.

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The Blackhawks' decision to trade Brossoit and Allan appears to be part of a broader strategy to manage their roster and salary cap. Ryan Ellis, who has not played since the 2021-22 season due to a severe pelvic injury, carries a $6.25 million cap hit through the 2026-27 season. The acquisition of Ellis's contract allows the Blackhawks to meet the salary cap floor while potentially benefiting from Furlong, a 21-year-old defenseman who has played primarily in the AHL.

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Jake Furlong, selected in the fifth round of the 2022 NHL Draft, has played 12 games for the San Jose Barracuda this season, contributing two assists. His addition provides the Blackhawks with a young player who could develop further in their system.

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For the Sharks, acquiring Brossoit adds depth to their goaltending lineup, which includes Yaroslav Askarov and Alex Nedeljkovic. Brossoit’s experience and past success, including a Stanley Cup win with the Golden Knights, could be valuable as the Sharks aim for a playoff push.

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Conversely, the Blackhawks are focusing on their long-term rebuild, with the trade allowing them to offload a contract while bringing in younger assets. This move aligns with their strategy of building a competitive team for the future, as they continue to develop young talent.

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Sharks General Manager Mike Grier stated, “We believe Laurent Brossoit can provide valuable experience and depth to our goaltending situation.” Meanwhile, Blackhawks General Manager Kyle Davidson emphasized the importance of giving Brossoit and Allan opportunities to play elsewhere, noting, “This trade allows us to reshape our roster while also providing a chance for these players to contribute more significantly.”

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Both Brossoit and Allan have been assigned to the AHL's Barracuda, where they will have the opportunity to showcase their skills and potentially earn a call-up to the NHL. The Sharks are expected to continue evaluating their roster as they approach the trade deadline on March 6, 2026.

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