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John Klingberg

Defenseman · San Jose Sharks

2010 Draft, Rd 5 Pick 11 (#131) — Dallas Stars

Age 336'2"185 lbsShoots RightGothenburg, SWE

Current Season

GP

56

Goals

10

Assists

17

Points

27

+/-

-13

S%

12.7%

Last 5 Games

DateOppGAPTS+/-SOGTOI
Apr 16@ WPG033+3020:54
Apr 8vs EDM000+1017:49
Mar 24@ NSH000-2119:07
Mar 21vs PHI0000016:44
Mar 17@ EDM0000116:50

Career Stats

Contract

Cap Hit

$4.00M

Total Value

$4.00M

Expires

1 yrs · 2025-2026

Status

Then UFA

No-trade (through Jan 30) · then 14 team trade no trade list

via PuckPedia

Recent Stories

News
Klingberg Postgame Scoop from Winnipeg Barnburner

John Klingberg breaks down his night after the whistle in Winnipeg, dropping insights only a guy who's battled through injuries and lineup changes can deliver. The defenseman reflects on a game that had Central Division implications written all over it, with every shift carrying weight this late in the year. As teams jockey for seeding, Klingberg's words hint at the mindset that separates contenders from the pack.

Winnipeg JetsSan Jose Sharks
News
Lindell Buries PPG on Ellis in DAL-BUF Clash

Dallas blue-liner John Klingberg wait no, Lindell picks the perfect spot to light the lamp with a power-play tally against Buffalo's young gun Colten Ellis, who's seeing his first real test in net. Stars' special teams have been a quiet weapon all year, and this rip exposes some cracks in Buffalo's penalty kill that GM Kevyn Adams can't ignore heading into the stretch.

Buffalo SabresDallas Stars
Draft & Prospects
Klingberg Nears Milestone as Sharks Eye Lottery Odds

John Klingberg stands on the cusp of a personal milestone with the Sharks, a moment that underscores his resilience after bouncing between contenders and rebuilders. As San Jose's season winds down, the NHL Draft Lottery odds sharpen into focus, with front offices already gaming out ping-pong ball scenarios for that top pick. Every game carries weight for a franchise plotting its next move, and Klingberg's chase adds a human element to the lottery drama.

San Jose Sharks
News
Klingberg Vows Production Amid Sharks Slump

John Klingberg admits the losing stings like hell in San Jose, but the veteran blueliner refuses to pack it in. He's digging deep to spark the Sharks' moribund offense from the back end, drawing on years of proven puck-moving chops that once lit up Dallas. With the season winding down, his resolve could shift the locker room dynamic just when they need it most.

San Jose Sharks
Game Preview
Klingberg, Nedeljkovic Suit Up - What's the Play?

San Jose scratches its head tonight with John Klingberg and Alex Nedeljkovic unexpectedly in the lineup against a playoff contender. Coaches rarely roll out vets like these unless there's a bigger chess move brewing in the front office. The Sharks sit on the playoff bubble, and every shift counts toward buying time for the kids or signaling trade market interest.

San Jose Sharks
News
Klingberg Returns vs Oilers; Sharks Sit Mukhamadullin

Veteran defenseman John Klingberg rejoins the Sharks lineup against the Oilers in what feels like a timely boost for a team scraping for momentum. Shakir Mukhamadullin hits the press box instead, a coach's call that insiders know signals deeper strategy in a pivotal matchup. With every game stacking pressure on San Jose's postseason push, these roster moves hint at the high stakes ahead.

Edmonton OilersSan Jose Sharks

Frequently Asked Questions

What are John Klingberg's stats this season?
John Klingberg has 10 goals and 17 assists for 27 points in 56 games this season.
What team does John Klingberg play for?
John Klingberg is a defenseman for the San Jose Sharks.
What is John Klingberg's contract?
John Klingberg has a cap hit of $4.00M with 0 years remaining. He will be an unrestricted free agent (UFA) when the contract expires.
When was John Klingberg drafted?
John Klingberg was drafted in the 2010 NHL Draft by the Dallas Stars in Round 5, Pick 11 (131 overall).
Where is John Klingberg from?
John Klingberg is 33 years old and was born in Gothenburg, SWE.