In September of 2018, the San Jose Sharks made a huge splash trade acquiring Erik Karlsson from the Ottawa Senators. In hindsight, was it ultimately a mistake?
Karlsson has become one of the most recognizable faces in hockey over the last 10 seasons. At one point he was even regarded as the best defenseman in the sport.
Since coming to San Jose, however, his presence has been on nothing short of a downward spiral. Between being injured during key moments of the season and playing inconsistently on the ice, it does beg the question if he is even worth the trouble.