# MUST-SIGN: Should the San Jose Sharks PURSUE Darren Raddysh as Their Top Free Agent Defenseman?

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Podcast: [Locked On Sharks - Daily Podcast On The San Jose Sharks](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-sharks-daily-podcast-on-the-san-jose-sharks-816069)
Published: 2026-05-04T04:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

San Jose Sharks eye Darren Raddysh, the breakout Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman, as free agency approaches. After a 70-point season and commanding the Lightning's top power play unit, could Raddysh be the puck-moving right-handed defenseman the Sharks desperately need to anchor their blue line and revitalize their special teams? JD Young breaks down Raddysh's remarkable rise from undrafted OHL talent to one of the NHL’s top available defensemen, exploring his statistical profile, offensive firepower, and fit within San Jose’s evolving defensive core. The analysis tackles Raddysh’s contract projections, sustainability concerns after a career-best year, and whether the Sharks can outbid rivals in a weak defensive free agent market. Is a big-money offer the right move, and how would Raddysh complement emerging talents like Sam Dickinson and Luca Cagnoni? Tune in for a sharp look at the Sharks’ blue line future.

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