The San Jose Sharks have announced the acquisition of defenseman Jett Woo from the Vancouver Canucks. The trade involves sending Jack Thompson to the Canucks in exchange for Woo. This move was confirmed by Sharks General Manager Mike Grier.
Details of Jett Woo’s Performance
Jett Woo, 25, has shown impressive stats this season. He has earned eight points, consisting of one goal and seven assists, during 26 games with the Abbotsford Canucks in the American Hockey League (AHL). Notably, he ranks fifth among the team’s defensemen in scoring and holds the second-highest number of penalty minutes at 78.
Career Statistics
- Professional AHL Games Played: 293
- Total Points in AHL: 91 (22 goals, 69 assists)
- Calder Cup Contribution: 22 postseason games, 6 points (1 goal, 5 assists), plus-8 rating
Woo was instrumental in helping Abbotsford capture the Calder Cup last season. In his junior career, he represented the Moose Jaw Warriors and Calgary Hitmen in the Western Hockey League (WHL), accumulating 160 points from 242 games. His remarkable season in 2018-19 earned him a spot on the WHL (Eastern Division) Second All-Star Team.
About Jack Thompson
Jack Thompson, who is 23 years old, has also made strides in his career. He participated in 42 games for the San Jose Barracuda this season, collecting 12 points through three goals and nine assists. Throughout his professional journey, Thompson has played in 203 AHL games, totaling 91 points (20 goals, 71 assists), and has appeared in 34 NHL games, contributing 10 points (four goals, six assists) with the Tampa Bay Lightning and Sharks.
Draft and Physical Attributes
Jett Woo, who stands six feet tall and weighs 205 pounds, hails from Winnipeg, Manitoba. He was selected by Vancouver in the second round of the 2018 NHL Draft as the 37th overall pick.
This trade marks a strategic move for the Sharks as they look to strengthen their defense with the addition of Woo while sending Thompson to Vancouver. As the Sharks continue to build their roster, this acquisition will be closely watched by fans and analysts alike.
