Ferraro's Future: Sharks & Free Agency
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You're listening to San Jose Sharks News Today. Subscribe now for fast daily updates on your team. Mario Ferraro, the 27-year-old defenseman for the San Jose Sharks, dreams of playing his entire career in San Jose.
He's finishing up a four-year deal with an average annual value of $3.25 million, and he's set to become an unrestricted free agent this summer.
The Sharks have shown real interest in keeping him, but talks haven't gone smoothly yet. Earlier this week, reports confirmed the Sharks offered Ferraro a short-term deal, likely two years, which he turned down. He's pushing for something longer, probably four years or more, especially after seeing similar defensive players like Cody Ceci and Ryan Lindgren, laying four-year contracts last summer with other teams.
What are Mario Ferraro's current contract negotiations with the Sharks?
Ferraro has been a Sharks lifer since they drafted him in the second round back in 2017. He's been their rock on defense through tough seasons, logging top four minutes around 22 minutes a night from his second year on, and he's the go-to guy on the penalty kill. Plus, he's served as alternate captain since 2021-22. This season, with the Sharks pushing for a wild card spot, Ferraro still pulling heavy minutes at 20-50 per game, third among defensemen, behind Dmitry Orlov and John Klingberg. The team's resurgence has him playing some of his best hockey. The big question now is whether they can bridge the gap before the March 6th trade deadline. General Manager Mike Greer says he's open to keeping pending free agents like Ferraro if the team stays in playoff contention, even if it means risking losing them later.
Fans are hoping Ferraro stays put for the long haul. A quick thank you to our sponsor of today's episode. When you need a moment, just listen with Sully Pillow.
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