The San Jose Sharks announce the signing of defenseman Jacob Trouba to a four-year contract with an AAV of $8.25 million.
The #SJSharks sign Jacob Trouba to a 4-year deal at $8.25 million AAV
— Max Miller (@Real_Max_Miller) July 1, 2026
Trouba, 32, is a right-handed veteran defenseman of 906 career NHL games. Trouba has played for the Winnipeg Jets, New York Rangers, and, most recently, the Anaheim Ducks. Last season, Trouba had a solid rebound-type season with the Ducks. In 81 games, the new San Jose Sharks defenseman had 10 goals and 25 assists.
The 6-foot-3 defenseman will fill a massive hole on the right side of the blueline, as well as adding some physicality. Trouba had 143 hits last season. He will be a strong penalty killer and clog the middle of the ice, something the Sharks need badly.
With reports that Vincent Desharnais won’t be re-signing with the Sharks, Trouba will fill his role and likely be an upgrade.
Trouba becomes GM Mike Grier’s second signing today. Mason Marchment was the first reported signing, but the team has yet to announce it.