The San Jose Sharks made a significant roster move on Friday, July 25, 2025, acquiring Swedish forward Oskar Olausson from the Colorado Avalanche in exchange for winger Danil Gushchin . General Manager Mike Grier confirmed the trade at SAP Center in San Jose, signaling another strategic step in the Sharks’ ongoing rebuild. For San Jose, the deal represents a bet on size, skill, and untapped potential as they look to reshape their forward group with high-ceiling talent.
San Jose Sharks banking on Oskar Olausson’s untapped potential after parting ways with Danil Gushchin in high-upside trade
At 6-foot-2 and 181 pounds, Oskar Olausson offers a blend of size and offensive instincts that fits the Sharks’ vision for a faster, more dynamic roster. A first-round selection (28th overall) by Colorado Avalanche in the 2021 NHL Draft, the 22-year-old has spent much of his early career in the AHL with the Colorado Eagles, where he posted 26 points (11 goals, 15 assists) in 61 games last season. He also appeared in two NHL games for the Avalanche during the 2024–25 campaign.
“Oskar is a player we’ve tracked for a while,” said Mike Grier when announcing the move on Friday. “His skating, size, and scoring ability give him the tools to succeed in today’s NHL, and we believe he can grow into an important piece for our forward group.”
Since turning pro, Olausson has totaled 66 points (33 goals, 33 assists) in 163 AHL games and made four NHL appearances. On the international stage, he represented Sweden at the 2021 and 2022 World Junior Championships, helping his country secure a bronze medal in 2022 after notching five points in seven games.
Trading Danil Gushchin signals Sharks’ bold bet on Oskar OlaussonIn exchange, the Sharks parted ways with Danil Gushchin, a 23-year-old forward who has been a consistent offensive presence for the San Jose Barracuda. Gushchin recorded 150 points (70 goals, 80 assists) in 182 AHL games and contributed five points (two goals, three assists) in 18 NHL games with the Sharks.
“Danil’s a talented player who gave us everything in his time here,” Grier noted. “But this is an opportunity to add a former first-round pick with a skill set that complements our future plans.”
What Oskar Olausson’s arrival means for the San Jose Sharks’ rebuildFor Olausson, this trade offers a fresh start and a clearer NHL path than he had in Colorado’s deep forward group. Before arriving in North America, he impressed in Sweden with HV71, scoring 14 goals and 27 points in 16 J20 games before making his SHL debut. He also had a strong showing in the Ontario Hockey League, producing 39 points in 55 games between Barrie and Oshawa.
As training camp approaches, all eyes will be on whether Olausson can translate his pedigree into consistent NHL performance. For San Jose, this is more than a roster tweak—it’s a calculated gamble on upside that could pay off in their long-term rebuild.
Also Read: Matthew Kessel gets engaged to his girlfriend while eyeing a bigger NHL role with the St. Louis Blues
San Jose Sharks banking on Oskar Olausson’s untapped potential after parting ways with Danil Gushchin in high-upside trade
At 6-foot-2 and 181 pounds, Oskar Olausson offers a blend of size and offensive instincts that fits the Sharks’ vision for a faster, more dynamic roster. A first-round selection (28th overall) by Colorado Avalanche in the 2021 NHL Draft, the 22-year-old has spent much of his early career in the AHL with the Colorado Eagles, where he posted 26 points (11 goals, 15 assists) in 61 games last season. He also appeared in two NHL games for the Avalanche during the 2024–25 campaign.
Welcome to the team, Oskar!
— San Jose Sharks (@SanJoseSharks) July 25, 2025
The Sharks have acquired Oskar Olausson from Colorado.
“Oskar is a player we’ve tracked for a while,” said Mike Grier when announcing the move on Friday. “His skating, size, and scoring ability give him the tools to succeed in today’s NHL, and we believe he can grow into an important piece for our forward group.”
Since turning pro, Olausson has totaled 66 points (33 goals, 33 assists) in 163 AHL games and made four NHL appearances. On the international stage, he represented Sweden at the 2021 and 2022 World Junior Championships, helping his country secure a bronze medal in 2022 after notching five points in seven games.
Trading Danil Gushchin signals Sharks’ bold bet on Oskar OlaussonIn exchange, the Sharks parted ways with Danil Gushchin, a 23-year-old forward who has been a consistent offensive presence for the San Jose Barracuda. Gushchin recorded 150 points (70 goals, 80 assists) in 182 AHL games and contributed five points (two goals, three assists) in 18 NHL games with the Sharks.
“Danil’s a talented player who gave us everything in his time here,” Grier noted. “But this is an opportunity to add a former first-round pick with a skill set that complements our future plans.”
What Oskar Olausson’s arrival means for the San Jose Sharks’ rebuildFor Olausson, this trade offers a fresh start and a clearer NHL path than he had in Colorado’s deep forward group. Before arriving in North America, he impressed in Sweden with HV71, scoring 14 goals and 27 points in 16 J20 games before making his SHL debut. He also had a strong showing in the Ontario Hockey League, producing 39 points in 55 games between Barrie and Oshawa.
As training camp approaches, all eyes will be on whether Olausson can translate his pedigree into consistent NHL performance. For San Jose, this is more than a roster tweak—it’s a calculated gamble on upside that could pay off in their long-term rebuild.
Also Read: Matthew Kessel gets engaged to his girlfriend while eyeing a bigger NHL role with the St. Louis Blues
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