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Sharks Prospect Report: January 9, 2026
1/10/2026, 12:31:38 PM
Rising Stars in the Sharks Organization
The San Jose Sharks have highlighted several promising players in their recent prospect report. Eric Pohlkamp, a defenseman from the University of Denver, was named Sharks Prospect of the Week on January 8. He has achieved a career-high 13 goals in 21 games this season, leading NCAA blueliners with 22 points and ranking third in points per game at 1.05. Pohlkamp also represented the U.S. Collegiate Selects at the 2025 Spengler Cup, where he recorded three points (2 goals, 1 assist) in four games.
Another notable prospect, Leo Sahlin Wallenius, contributed to Team Sweden's success at the 2026 World Junior Championships, helping secure a gold medal against Team Czechia on January 5. Wallenius was recognized as the player of the game on December 29 after providing two assists in an 8-1 victory over Team Germany, finishing the tournament with six points (1 goal, 5 assists).
Performance of the San Jose Barracuda
The San Jose Barracuda, the Sharks' AHL affiliate, are currently tied for third place in the Pacific Division with a record of 6-3-0-1 over their last ten games. Filip Bystedt leads the Barracuda in scoring with 26 points (10 goals, 16 assists) in 31 games. He reached double digits in goals on January 2 against Bakersfield and is close to matching his career high from the previous season.
Pavol Regenda, recalled to the Sharks on December 30, made an immediate impact by scoring his first NHL hat trick on January 3 against the Tampa Bay Lightning. Goaltender Jakub Skarek recorded his team-leading 11th win of the season in a recent shootout victory, showcasing a .929 save percentage in that game.
Notable Transactions and Player Developments
The Sharks made a significant trade on January 8, acquiring goaltender Laurent Brossoit and defenseman Nolan Allan from the Chicago Blackhawks in exchange for defensemen Ryan Ellis, Jake Furlong, and a 2028 fourth-round pick. Brossoit has a career AHL record of 80-69-21 with a .912 save percentage, while Allan has tallied 29 points (9 goals, 20 assists) in 109 AHL games.
In the ECHL, Jack Bar from Wichita has been performing well, recording his ninth assist of the season on January 7. He ranks second among Thunder blueliners in points. Additionally, Joshua Ravensbergen contributed to Team Canada’s bronze medal at the 2026 World Junior Championships, marking a significant achievement in his young career.
Conclusion
The Sharks' prospect pipeline is showing promising talent across various leagues, with standout performances from players like Eric Pohlkamp and Filip Bystedt. The recent trade and ongoing player developments indicate a proactive approach by the Sharks organization to bolster their roster for future success. As the season progresses, the performance of these prospects will be crucial for the Sharks' long-term strategy.
