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Grier discusses Eklund trade and Sharks' draft strategy in media availabilities

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 7:11 PM

Last updated Jun 24, 2026

Grier discusses Eklund trade and Sharks' draft strategy in media availabilities

Summary

Mike Grier, general manager of the San Jose Sharks, held media sessions on June 24 following the trade of William Eklund. Grier explained how the trade came together and addressed ongoing interests in the NHL Entry Draft, including potential offers for the Sharks' No. 2 pick. His comments highlighted the organization's preparation for the draft and the impact of free agency on their roster decisions. Grier's discussions also touched on interest in defenseman Bowen Byram as the Sharks aim to strengthen their lineup moving forward.

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•Mike Grier spoke to the media about recent transactions.
•Grier discussed the trade involving William Eklund.
•The Sharks are considering offers for their No. 2 draft pick.
•Interest in Bowen Byram is part of the Sharks' draft strategy.
•Ongoing preparation for free agency is crucial for roster changes.

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7:11 PMYahoo Sports — Grier Talks Eklund Trade, Byram Interest, Sharks’ Free Agents, Offers for No. 2 Pick (+)

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Mike Grier has been a busy man. Not just because of Tuesday’s William Eklund trade. Grier has also had media availabilities on back-to-back days, one before the Eklund trade, and another after. Here are extended highlights from both pre-Draft pressers. Post-Eklund trade, the San Jose Sharks GM discusses how the deal came together, his interest […] The post Grier Talks Eklund Trade, Byram Interest, Sharks’ Free Agents, Offers for No. 2 Pick (+) appeared first on San Jose Hockey Now.
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