Sharks Add Kesselring But Defense Still Bleeding

San Jose Sharks pull off a savvy, low-risk trade for defenseman Michael Kesselring, but the real fix for their defense remains elusive. With only four defensemen under contract and several heading to free agency, the Sharks still need serious upgrades — especially at the top pairing. Kesselring, despite his upside, is hampered by injury history and lacks the consistency to anchor the blue line. General Manager Mike Grier sees him as a developmental piece, not a solution. Enter Rasmus Ristolainen — a proven, physical veteran who could provide the stability and leadership this young team desperately needs. While Kesselring is a smart move, the Sharks’ rebuild hinges on addressing their biggest weakness: defense. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/836772b7ece0306b