Sharks need a right-shot defenseman who fits the timeline, but who?

"San Jose Sharks General Manager Mike Grier is looking to make a deal at the trade deadline and he wants to find someone who will fit into the timeline of the team. While not specifically said, it means someone young and developing who will, ideally, go all the way with this team. It's no secret that the Sharks' biggest need is a defenseman who plays on the right-side,"

"The trouble is that moving an asset to make space for Nemec is easier said than done. The rumor is that the Devils are having trouble finding takers for Dougie Hamilton on his 10-team no-trade list, and Hamilton has yet to waive to go to any team outside of his list. If the Devils can't find a taker for Hamilton, the Sharks should at least see if the Devils want another option, such as a trade for Nemec."

"If not, would the Devils be open to trading for another defenseman further down the depth chart, such as Seamus Casey? With Jonathan Kovacevic, Brett Pesce and Luke Hughes locked up long-term, there may or may not be space for Casey in the next few years. The Sharks could use a 22-year-old right-shot defenseman like Casey a lot more than the Devils could. Though he may not fit into the size that Grier tends towards - Casey is 5-foot-10, 181-pounds."

Mike Grier plans to make a trade at the deadline and wants a player who fits the Sharks' timeline, ideally a young, developing talent who can grow with the roster. The Sharks' primary need is a right-shot defenseman, and demand for that profile across the league raises acquisition costs. Grier accumulated substantial trade capital over recent years to pursue the right asset. Potential targets include Simon Nemec, with the Devils facing movement needs on the blueline and complications around Dougie Hamilton's no-trade list, and Seamus Casey as a smaller, 22-year-old right-shot option. David Jiricek represents another 22-year-old target with upside who has yet to secure a full role in Minnesota.

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