Sharks Acquire Brossoit, Allan in Trade with Blackhawks

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You're listening to San Jose Sharks News Today. Subscribe now for fast, daily updates on your team. The San Jose Sharks just pulled off a key trade with the Chicago Blackhawks. They picked up goaltender Laurent Brossat, defenseman Nolan Allen, and a seventh-round draft pick. In exchange, they sent defensemen Ryan Ellis and Jake Furlong, plus their own 2028 fourth-round selection, to Chicago.

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This happened on January 8, 2026.

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The Sharks are enjoying a solid season so far, but general manager Mike Greer believes they can climb even higher in the standings. Adding depth in net and on defense should give them that extra push toward a deeper playoff run. Fans and analysts are buzzing about Brosewate, who brings plenty of pro experience.

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This season with the Rockford Icehogs in the American Hockey League, he's played six games, posting a 3.38 goals against average and a 9.01 save percentage, going three wins and three losses. Over his career, Brosuit has appeared in 140 games across teams like Edmonton, Winnipeg, and Vegas with a 9-11 save percentage, 2.64 goals against average, and a 64 wins, 46 losses, 13 ties record.

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He even backed up Vegas during their Stanley Cup win in the 2022-2023 season. Meanwhile, Nolan Allen strengthens the blue line. He's notched six points in 29 games with Rockford this year, plus some NHL time with Chicago. These additions could really spark the Sharks as they eye the postseason. Quick thanks to today's sponsor. See the description for more.