The Sharks opened a significant spot in their top-six forward group by trading Eklund, and Stenberg (5-11, 190) could be the ideal candidate to fill it. The 18-year-old had 33 points (11 goals, 22 assists) in 43 games in the Swedish Hockey League and really stood out playing for Sweden at the 2026 IIHF World Championship, where he played on the top line, had eight points (four goals, four assists) in eight games, and was voted one of the team’s three best players. Stenberg projects to be a dynamic play-driving force who could step right into an NHL lineup and make an impact next season.”
