The Vegas Golden Knights took another step forward in the quest to defend their Stanley Cup title after landing center Tomas Hertl in a blockbuster trade with the San Jose Sharks on Friday afternoon, according to TSN‘s Bob McKenzie.
TSN‘s Darren Dreger added that the Knights are sending a 2025 first-round pick and forward David Edstrom back to the Sharks in the deal. Vegas will receive a third-round pick in 2025 and 2027, and the Sharks will retain 17% of Hertl’s salary on their books.
The 30-year-old Hertl will provide an offensive boost to the Golden Knights upon his return from a knee injury. Hertl has been sidelined since Feb. 12, but is expected to return before the start of the playoffs.