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San Jose Sharks select 7-foot-1 Alexander Karmanov at No. 201

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 8:44 PM

Last updated Jun 27, 2026

San Jose Sharks select 7-foot-1 Alexander Karmanov at No. 201

Summary

The San Jose Sharks selected Alexander Karmanov with the No. 201 pick during the 2026 draft held in Buffalo. Karmanov, standing at 7-foot-1, is the tallest player ever drafted and played as a defenseman for the North Bay Battalion, recording two assists in 20 games. Analysts noted Karmanov's potential as a strong, detail-oriented defender despite concerns over his offensive capabilities. His selection concludes the Sharks' draft activities this year.

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•Karmanov is the tallest player ever drafted in NHL history.
•He recorded two assists in 20 games for North Bay Battalion.
•Analysts emphasize his defensive skills over offensive production.
•The Sharks' selection concludes their participation in the 2026 draft.

Latest Updates

4:59 AMYahoo Sports — NHL Draft: Sharks seventh-rounder Alexander Karmanov becomes tallest player ever drafted at 7-foot-1
8:44 PMYahoo Sports — BREAKING: Sharks Pick 7-Foot-1 Alexander Karmanov No. 201

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BUFFALO — The San Jose Sharks have made history. The San Jose Sharks have selected Alexander Karmanov with the No. 201 pick. Alexander Karmanov is a 7-foot-1 defenseman who had two assists in 20 games for the North Bay Battalion. The Moldavan is the tallest player ever drafted. “Karmanov understands what he has to be […] The post BREAKING: Sharks Pick 7-Foot-1 Alexander Karmanov No. 201 appeared first on San Jose Hockey Now.
— Yahoo Sports