One year after Erik Karlsson's trade from the San Jose Sharks to the Pittsburgh Penguins, evaluations reveal mixed results for all teams involved.
The Sharks acquired Mikael Granlund and Jan Rutta, plus a first-round pick which helped them draft promising defenseman Sam Dickinson.
Mikael Granlund stood out, leading the Sharks in scoring and mentoring teammates. In contrast, Karlsson's performance with the Penguins was not at his previous peak.
The Penguins struggled with powerplay effectiveness, impacting coaching decisions.
