Sharks Waive Veteran Defenseman Leddy
The San Jose Sharks have waived veteran defenseman Nick Leddy, a significant move for the franchise as the season progresses.
Details of Waiving Nick Leddy
On Sunday, the 34-year-old Leddy was placed on waivers. This season, he has played in only 19 games, contributing four assists to the Sharks. During the last match against the Detroit Red Wings, Leddy logged 17:27 minutes of ice time and recorded one assist in a 4-2 defeat.
Recent Performance and Injury Struggles
Leddy has faced challenges this season, missing 11 consecutive games due to an upper-body injury. Since returning, he has struggled to maintain a consistent presence in the lineup.
Contract and Career Overview
The left-shot defenseman is in the last year of a four-year contract worth $16 million, with an annual cap hit of $4 million. He is set to become an unrestricted free agent at the season’s end.
Career Statistics
Nick Leddy was drafted 16th overall by the Minnesota Wild in 2009. Over his career, he has amassed:
- 75 goals
- 419 points
- 1,060 games played
His journey includes stints with the Chicago Blackhawks, New York Islanders, Detroit Red Wings, St. Louis Blues, and the Sharks. Notably, he contributed to the Blackhawks’ second Stanley Cup victory in three years in 2013.
