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Plays role early in comeback Eklund scored a goal on three shots, added a power-play assist and went plus-3 in Saturday's 6-5 overtime win over the Penguins.

Impact The Sharks were down four early in the third period, but Eklund helped spark their improbable comeback. He assisted on John Klingberg's power-play tally to start the rally, then scored a goal of his own to get the Sharks within two. This ended a six-game goal drought for the 23-year-old. Eklund is at eight goals, 21 points, 66 shots on net, 22 hits, 22 blocked shots and a minus-12 rating over 29 appearances this season. He could be in line for a promotion in the lineup if Philipp Kurashev (upper body) and Will Smith (undisclosed) are out for Tuesday's game versus the Flames.

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sharks rally from four-goal third-period deficit to stun Sidney Crosby and the Penguins 6-5

John Klingberg capped off a frantic late rally by scoring his second goal of the game 2:57 into overtime to lift the San Jose Sharks to an improbable 6-5 victory over the Pittsburg...

DECEMBER 13, 2025 • Associated Press

Toronto faces San Jose in a non-conference matchup

The Toronto Maple Leafs and the San Jose Sharks face off in a non-conference matchup

DECEMBER 10, 2025 • Associated Press

Primary helper on power play Eklund distributed a power-play assist, put three shots on goal and blocked three shots in Sunday's 4-1 win over the Hurricanes.

Impact Eklund picked up the main helper on Alexander Wennberg's power-play goal near the end of the second period. With the apple, Eklund is up to 11 assists, 18 points, 59 shots on goal and 21 blocks through 26 games this season. The 23-year-old winger has been a stable source of offense on the Sharks' second line this season. He also provides sneakily good category coverage stats for fantasy purposes, proving that he continues to grow in his third full season at the NHL level. Eklund is a solid addition to fantasy lineups regardless of the league format and has a high point floor while serving as one of the key players in San Jose's run-and-gun style.

DECEMBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Goals in back-to-back games Eklund scored a goal in Saturday's 4-3 loss to the Golden Knights.

Impact After going nine games without a goal to start November, Eklund finished the month by scoring in consecutive contests. The 23-year-old winger has five points over his last eight outings and looks to be shaking off the rust from a lower-body injury that cost him four games. For the season, Eklund's at seven goals, nine helpers, 47 shots on net, 17 hits, 17 blocked shots and a minus-11 rating through 22 appearances.

NOVEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Hertl scores twice, Lindbom gets his 1st NHL win in the Knights' 4-3 victory over the Sharks

Tomas Hertl scored twice, Carl Lindbom made 18 saves for his first NHL victory and the Vegas Golden Knights beat the San Jose Sharks 4-3 on Saturday night to end a three-game losin...

NOVEMBER 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Scores in power play Eklund scored a power-play goal in Friday's 3-2 win over the Canucks.

Impact Eklund scored his first November goal at a time when the Sharks needed him the most. His slap shot at the 14:03 mark of the second frame tied the game 2-2, and it set up the stage and momentum for Adam Gaudette's game-winner 74 seconds later. Eklund has endured a rough stretch of late, and even though he has 15 points (six goals, nine assists) in 21 games, it's worth noting that he has only four points in 10 games this month.

NOVEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Will Smith scores as the Sharks edge the Canucks 3-2

Will Smith and William Eklund each scored a power-play goal, helping the San Jose Sharks top the Vancouver Canucks 3-2

NOVEMBER 29, 2025 • Associated Press

Aging like Milk/Wine: William Eklund While many younger players and their new contracts were explored as a warning, it's time to take a look at another promising developing star...

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • PUCKPROSE.COM

Game Highlights: Boston Bruins at San Jose Sharks

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Posts helper in Sunday's win Eklund notched an assist, two shots on goal and two PIM in Sunday's 3-1 win over the Bruins.

Impact Eklund has picked up three helpers over his last five games. The 23-year-old winger has been in a top-six role this season, but outside of a five-game point streak in late October, he hasn't been all that impactful on offense. He's at least been fairly consistent with five goals, nine helpers, 43 shots on net, 16 hits, 15 blocked shots and a minus-8 rating over 19 appearances.

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Posts helper in Sunday's win Eklund notched an assist, two shots on goal and two PIM in Sunday's 3-1 win over the Bruins.

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Mammoth look to break road losing streak, visit the Sharks

The Utah Mammoth hit the road against the San Jose Sharks looking to end a four-game road skid

NOVEMBER 18, 2025 • Associated Press

Suiting up in State of Hockey Eklund (lower body) will return to the lineup in Minnesota on Tuesday, Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now reports.

Impact Prior to missing four straight contests, Eklund was in a groove offensively, earning four goals and nine points over a six-game stretch. The 23-year-old winger might replaced Collin Graf on the second line Tuesday, and Eklund will likely receive time with the man advantage as well.

NOVEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Traveling with team Eklund (lower body) will make the trip to Minnesota for Tuesday's matchup, with his game status to be determined after the morning skate, Max Miller of NHL.com reports.

Impact Eklund is effectively a game-time call heading into Tuesday's tilt, though he will need to be activated off injured reserve before he can suit up. That final step should give fantasy managers the information they need to put Eklund into their lineups. If the young winger does play, it will likely be in a second-line role, which could see Collin Graf dropped to the bottom-six or relegated to the press box.

NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

San Jose brings 3-game win streak into matchup against Minnesota

The San Jose Sharks look to keep a three-game win streak intact when they take on the Minnesota Wild

NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • Associated Press

Moved to injured reserve Eklund (lower body) was designated for injured reserve Friday, Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

Impact According to Pashelka, this move rules Eklund out versus Florida on Saturday, but the winger should be eligible to come off IR any time after that. In a corresponding move, the team activated Ryan Reaves (lower body), though it is Collin Graf who figures to move into a top-six role for Friday's matchup with Winnipeg.

NOVEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Skates Thursday Eklund (lower body) skated Thursday and will be re-evaluated ahead of Friday's game against Winnipeg, according to Max Miller of NHL.com.

Impact Eklund has missed the last two games with the injury. He has five goals, six assists, 10 blocked shots, eight hits and 31 shots on goal over 12 contests in 2025-26. Should Eklund play Friday, look for him to replace Adam Gaudette on the second line.

NOVEMBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable for Wednesday Eklund (lower body) won't play against Seattle on Wednesday, according to Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News.

Impact Eklund remains day-to-day and will miss his second straight game. He has generated five goals, 11 points, 31 shots on net, 10 blocked shots and eight hits across 12 appearances this season. Adam Gaudette (upper body) participated in Tuesday's practice and could replace Eklund in the top six versus the Kraken on Wednesday.

NOVEMBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Pacific Division opponents meet when Seattle hosts San Jose

The San Jose Sharks face the Seattle Kraken in a matchup within the Pacific Division Wednesday

NOVEMBER 4, 2025 • Associated Press

Sharks lose in shootout, but Dickinson has a weekend he'll remember forever NHL: San Jose Sharks played Detroit Red Wings without forward William Eklund

NOVEMBER 3, 2025 • MERCURYNEWS.COM

Won't play Sunday Eklund has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Red Wings due to a lower-body injury, Max Miller of NHL.com reports.

Impact Eklund has had a solid start to the season, recording five goals, 11 points, 10 blocked shots, eight hits and two PIM while averaging 19:50 of ice time. He'll be sidelined for the first time this season, but his injury isn't believed to be a long-term concern. He should tentatively be considered day-to-day, while his next chance to suit up will be Wednesday in Seattle.

NOVEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

San Jose hosts Detroit following Kurashev's 2-goal game

The San Jose Sharks host the Detroit Red Wings after Philipp Kurashev's two-goal game against the Colorado Avalanche in the Sharks' 3-2 overtime win

NOVEMBER 2, 2025 • Associated Press

Postgame vs NJD (10/30): Eklund | San Jose Sharks Forward William Eklund speaks to the media following the Sharks home victory over the New Jersey Devils on October 30, 2025.

OCTOBER 31, 2025 • NHL.COM

Scores early in win Eklund scored a goal on two shots, blocked three shots, added two PIM and went plus-2 in Thursday's 5-2 win over the Devils.

Impact Eklund's point streak is up to five games (four goals, five assists) after his tally just 42 seconds into this contest. The 23-year-old's eruption on offense shouldn't come as much of a surprise, as he's logging massive minutes in a top-six role with ice time in all situations. Eklund is up to five goals, 11 points, 31 shots on net, 10 blocked shots, eight hits and a minus-5 rating over 11 appearances this season. Scoop him up in fantasy now -- he won't linger on the waiver wire much longer.

OCTOBER 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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