The San Jose Sharks are in the midst of a rebuild, with veterans like Tomas Hertl, Erik Karlsson, and Brent Burns moving on. One player on the trade rumors list is veteran Marc-Edouard Vlasic, who has been a cornerstone of the team for 18 seasons.
Vlasic's contract is considered excessive, with a $7 million cap hit, making a buyout the only viable option for the Sharks. However, keeping Vlasic for leadership is crucial as the team undergoes changes and loses veteran presence.