San Jose Sharks Sign Eric Pohlkamp

0:00San Jose Sharks just locked in defenseman Eric Polkamp with a two-year entry-level deal. This 22-year-old was a fifth-round pick back in 2023, and he just helped Denver snag the NCAA title last week with a 2-to-1 win over Wisconsin. Paul Kamm balled out this season, dropping 18 goals in 21 assists, topping all college boom-iners in points and tallies. That firepower made him one of three finalists for the Hobie Baker Award, College Hockey's top honor. Over his Denver career, he racked up 40 goals and 58 assists in 119 games. Plus, he reps team USA on the world stage, notching three points in seven games at the world juniors. Sharks already crowned him their prospect of the year, and this contract kicks in for the 2026-27 and 2027. 28 seasons, big move for their pipeline. Expect Polkamp to bring that championship edge as he climbs toward the pros, strengthening San Jose's back end for years ahead. This has been California News Today, powered by AI.