Sharks' Lineup Shuffle: Who's Replacing Nick Leddy? New Developments
San Jose Hockey Now
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January 18, 2026
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FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla. — The San Jose Sharks faced a significant challenge at their practice on Sunday, as the absence of Nick Leddy was a notable event. Head coach Ryan Warsofsky revealed that Leddy had been placed on waivers, a strategic move to make room for the return of defenseman Vincent Desharnais.
Desharnais, a towering 6-foot-7 player, will be back in action for the Florida Panthers game tomorrow evening. This marks his first appearance since November 26, and the Sharks have undoubtedly missed his impact on both winning puck battles and the penalty kill.
The Sharks' practice lineup for the day was as follows:
- Graf-Celebrini-Smith
- Eklund-Wennberg-Toffoli
- Regenda-Misa-Chernyshov
- Goodrow-Ostapchuk-Reaves
Gaudette-Skinner
Orlov-Klingberg
Ferraro-Liljegren
Dickinson-Desharnais
Mukhamadullin-Iorio
Warsofsky, as expected, kept the lineup details under wraps, leaving the final decision to the day of the game. However, it's worth noting that Adam Gaudette, Jeff Skinner, and Vincent Iorio might not be part of the starting lineup.
Additionally, Warsofsky provided an update on Shakir Mukhamadullin's recovery from an upper-body injury, indicating steady progress. While he didn't disclose a specific timeline, Mukhamadullin is expected to return to action soon, adding depth to the Sharks' defensive corps.
The Sharks' lineup adjustments come at a crucial time, and fans are eagerly awaiting the team's performance as they navigate the challenges of the season.
