​We’re approaching the midpoint of July, and several former San Jose Sharks players have yet to secure new teams for the 2026-27 season. Among defensemen, John Klingberg stands out as one of the biggest names still on the market. Klingberg appeared in 56 games for the Sharks last season, recording 27 points, and remains a sought-after free agent as teams evaluate veteran blueline options. Nick Leddy, who the Sharks claimed off waivers last fall, is also still unsigned after skating in 32 games for San Jose last season. Leddy’s name continues to circulate in trade and free-agent discussions as clubs weigh his experience and two-way game.
On the forward side, several former Sharks remain without a home. Evander Kane just completed the final year of a four-year contract and, in his lone season with the Vancouver Canucks, tallied 13 goals and 31 points over 71 games. Kane’s production and veteran presence keep him in the mix for teams seeking scoring depth and physical presence up front. Meanwhile, Philipp Kurashev and Pavol Regenda—the depth forwards for San Jose last season—are also still free agents. If they don’t land NHL deals, both players are likely to explore opportunities in Europe, though their preference appears to be continuing in the NHL, given that they have yet to sign with any club.
Jeff Skinner, who left the Sharks organization midway through his only season in the Bay Area, remains unsigned as well. His experience and scoring ability could still attract consideration from teams seeking a proven forward with playoff know-how. Additionally, Ryan Reaves and Luke Kunin, who served as the Sharks’ hype guys and role players last season, are currently free agents, adding to the list of veterans looking for the right fit as the offseason unfolds.
There is also a single goaltender who has yet to land with a club: James Reimer. Reimer remains an unrestricted free agent, and his path this offseason could mirror his approach from last year, as he waited until January to sign with the Ottawa Senators before finally joining a team. With training camps still a few weeks away for many franchises, the status of these players will continue to develop, but for veterans who are unsigned this late in the offseason, prospects of securing long-term roles can be less optimistic.
For players who spent time with the Sharks, the ongoing silence in the market underscores the reality of the current offseason landscape. While there is still time before camps open, remaining unsigned this late tends to cast a shadow on future opportunities for veteran players, as teams weigh needs, cap space, and the evolving dynamics of rosters. Fans and analysts will be watching closely to see which of these former Sharks find new homes and how their presence might impact the teams that bring them in.