Mikael Granlund is Close to Returning - The Hockey News
The San Jose Sharks could be getting a little healthier on Sunday.
thehockeynews.comI don’t have live updates loaded right now, but here’s the latest I can summarize from public reporting through 2025–2026:
- Mikael Granlund has been a veteran presence for Finland internationally and for his NHL teams, with recent seasons highlighting a rebound in scoring and leadership roles on and off the ice.[2][3]
- As of the 2024–25 season, Granlund was cited as having regained form with the Sharks, contributing around 60 points in the 2022–23 season prior and aiming to build on that momentum in the following year.[3]
- In 2025, Finland relied on Granlund for leadership at international events like the 4 Nations Face-Off, underscoring his continued role as a veteran presence on Team Finland.[2][3]
- Throughout 2024–26, Granlund remained a subject of ongoing news coverage with teams and outlets tracking injuries, returns, and performance, including updates from outlets like FOX Sports and ESPN in late 2025 and 2026.[9][10]
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