Michael Kesselring signs three-year deal with Sharks after Sabres trade
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 3:00 AM
Last updated Jun 29, 2026
Michael Kesselring has signed a three-year, $13.5 million contract with the San Jose Sharks after being traded from the Buffalo Sabres. The Sabres acquired Kesselring and the 27th overall pick in the recent draft in exchange for the 20th overall pick. Kesselring had a challenging season with zero goals and two assists in 34 games for Buffalo but had previously set career highs across an 82-game season. The Sharks' defensive depth opens up opportunities for Kesselring as they aim to improve their standings.
- •Kesselring signed a $13.5 million deal with the Sharks.
- •He was traded along with the 27th overall draft pick.
- •Kesselring had zero goals and two assists last season.
- •He joins a Sharks team with weak defensive depth.
- •Kesselring aims for a top-four role next season.
- 3:00 AMYahoo Sports — Former Sabres Defenseman Lands Nice Payday After Trade
"Michael Kesselring has signed a new contract with the Sharks.
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