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San Jose Sharks sign Ivar Stenberg to entry-level contract

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 1:25 AM

Last updated Jul 3, 2026

San Jose Sharks sign Ivar Stenberg to entry-level contract

Summary

The San Jose Sharks have officially signed Ivar Stenberg to an entry-level contract as of July 3, 2026. Stenberg, the No. 2 pick in the 2026 Draft, expressed his excitement about joining the Sharks and is expected to compete for a spot in the team's top nine forwards next season. Sharks director of player development Todd Marchant and Barracuda head coach John McCarthy both praised Stenberg’s performance during development camp, indicating he is on track for NHL readiness. Stenberg aims to enhance his training in the coming months before joining the team in the fall and looks forward to playing alongside fellow prospect Macklin Celebrini.

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By the Numbers

•Ivar Stenberg signed to an entry-level contract with the Sharks.
•Stenberg was the No. 2 pick in the 2026 Draft.
•He is expected to compete for a top-nine forward role next season.
•Coaches praise his skills shown in development camp.
•Stenberg plans to train intensively before joining the Sharks.

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1:25 AMYahoo Sports — Stenberg Talks ELC, Positional Preference, Celebrini Excitement

What they're saying

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The San Jose Sharks have signed Ivar Stenberg to an entry-level contract. Terms were not disclosed. “I’m just super-thankful and […] The post Stenberg Talks ELC, Positional Preference, Celebrini Excitement appeared first on San Jose Hockey Now.
— Yahoo Sports

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