Friedman Reveals The Insane Haul San Jose Wanted for Erik Karlsson Last Year

Erik Karlsson is one of the best, if not the best, defensemen active in the NHL. However, San Jose was asking for a bit much for him in trade talks.

San Jose's Rediculous Ask

Elliote Friedman reported that the Edmonton Oilers were interested in Karlsson last season. The ask, though, was too high for the Oilers to go through with. Freidman reports that San Jose was asking for multiple first-round picks.

Norris Trophy Price

Karlsson may just have been worth the multiple first-rounders, as he ended the season last year winning the Norris Trophy as the best defenseman in the league.

Yet, despite this, he didn't get the return that was expected when San Jose did trade him yesterday. They didn't get the multiple first-rounders they originally asked for and even had to retain some of his salary to make the trade work.


If Karlsson can put up similar numbers that he did last year, it is clear that this will be a win for new Penguins GM Kyle Dubas, cementing himself in a positive light with the fan base for winning his first blockbuster deal for the club.

As read on Blade of Steel - "Insider says Sharks wanted massive haul from Canadian team for Karlsson last season"