It was a bittersweet day when the San Jose Sharks announced that the team had traded 2021 first-round draft pick William Eklund along with a pair of prospects to the Ottawa Senators. Eklund was a fan favorite and one of…
Fear the Fin analyzes defenseman Keaton Verhoeff as a key future piece for the San Jose Sharks after being selected ninth overall in the 2026 draft. General Manager Mike Grier targeted the position after trading William Eklund to the Ottawa Senators. The outlet views Verhoeff as possessing the necessary size and skill to potentially develop into a first-pairing defenseman.
The 18-year-old blueliner played college hockey for the University of North Dakota, recording 20 points in 36 games as a 17-year-old. Verhoeff also represented Canada at the World Junior Championships, where he registered four points in five games and earned a bronze medal.
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