The Sharks agreed to a five-year, $16.35 million contract with pending restricted free agent defenseman Brenden Dillon on Monday.
Agent Jarrett Bousquet said the two sides reached an agreement before Dillon, 24, could become a restricted free agent later this week. ESPN first reported the deal.
The Sharks acquired Dillon from Dallas in November, giving up defenseman Jason Demers and a draft pick in the deal. Dillon had two goals and seven assists in 60 games for San Jose. The Sharks are counting on Dillon to be a key part of their defense.